Short Term Shutdown PDF

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Short Term Shutdown
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Preservation of Plant
Table of contents
1.
Short-term shutdown........................................................................................4
1.1
1.1.1
2.
3.
General plant...............................................................................................4
Record keeping................................................................................................... 5
Genset................................................................................................................6
2.1
Genset standby procedures ......................................................................6
2.2
Genset shutdown procedures ...................................................................7
2.3
Supervision of genset during shutdown ..................................................8
2.4
Maintenance of genset during shutdown .................................................9
2.5
Re-activation of genset after shutdown..................................................10
Auxiliaries........................................................................................................13
3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.1.4
3.2
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.4
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.5
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.5.4
3.6
3.6.1
Fuel systems.............................................................................................13
Shutdown procedure......................................................................................... 13
Supervision during shutdown............................................................................ 18
Maintenance during shutdown .......................................................................... 18
Re-activation after shutdown ............................................................................ 19
Lube oil systems ......................................................................................24

Compressed air systems .........................................................................31

Cooling systems.......................................................................................36
Combustion air systems ..........................................................................44

Exhaust gas systems ...............................................................................46

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3.6.2
3.6.3
3.6.4
3.7
3.7.1
3.7.2
3.7.3
3.7.4
3.8
3.8.1
3.8.2
3.8.3
3.8.4
4.
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
4.2
4.2.1
4.2.2
4.2.3
4.2.4
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Waste treatment systems ........................................................................48

Water treatment systems .........................................................................57

Heat recovery systems...................................................................................64

4.1
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Steam generation system ........................................................................64

Steam consumer system .........................................................................81

Emission control systems .............................................................................84

5.1
Shutdown procedure................................................................................84
5.2
Supervision during shutdown .................................................................85
5.3
Maintenance during shutdown................................................................85
5.4
Re-activation after shutdown ..................................................................86
Plant support systems ...................................................................................87

6.1
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.1.3
6.1.4
6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
6.2.4
Cranes and lifting equipment ..................................................................87

Forklifts and other vehicles .....................................................................89

6.3
Emergency generator...............................................................................91
6.4
Workshop equipment ...............................................................................92
6.4.1
6.4.2
6.4.3
6.4.4
6.5
Warehouse stock......................................................................................94
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6.6
Safety spare parts ....................................................................................95
6.7
Chemicals..................................................................................................95
6.8
Consumables ............................................................................................96
Electrical and control systems ......................................................................97

7.1
General shutdown procedures................................................................97
7.2
Supervision during shutdown .................................................................98
7.3
Maintenance during shutdown................................................................98
7.4
Re-activation after shutdown ..................................................................99
7.5
Control room.............................................................................................99
7.5.1
7.5.2
7.5.3
7.6
7.6.1
7.6.2
7.7
7.7.1
7.7.2
7.8
7.8.1
7.8.2
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Panels ............................................................................................................... 99
Operators interface ......................................................................................... 100
Computers ...................................................................................................... 100
Switch gears ...........................................................................................100

Low-voltage switchgear .................................................................................. 100
High-voltage switchgear.................................................................................. 100
Transmission system .............................................................................101

Transformer .................................................................................................... 101
Breakers ......................................................................................................... 101
DC system ...............................................................................................102
UPS system .................................................................................................... 102
Batteries.......................................................................................................... 103
Civil ................................................................................................................104
8.1
Fire detecting ..........................................................................................104
8.2
Fire fighting.............................................................................................105
8.3
HVAC .......................................................................................................105
8.4
Sewage and sanitary ..............................................................................106
8.4.1
8.4.2
8.5
8.5.1
8.5.2
8.5.3
8.5.4
8.5.5
Drainage ......................................................................................................... 106

Sewage treatment units .................................................................................. 106
Plant structure ........................................................................................107

Roads ............................................................................................................. 107
Fences ............................................................................................................ 107
Roofs .............................................................................................................. 107
Windows ......................................................................................................... 108
Doors .............................................................................................................. 108
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1. Short-term shutdown
1.1 General plant
CAUTION!
A power plant consists of complex and expensive equipment, and the owner of
the power plant to be shutdown should be well advised to use the services of a
company specialising in this kind of work. Contact Wrtsil Service for assistance
if you require the plant to be shutdown for a prolonged period of time.
The primary information that must be known is the length of time for which the plant will be
shutdown.
The short-term shutdown procedures described in this document, covers the requirement for
having the plant de-activated for a period not exceeding three (3) months. If the plant needs
to be de-activated for a period longer than this, it should be considered for the procedures
established for the preservation of plant.
NOTE!
Instructions for the preservation of the power plant are available from the
Operation & Maintenance Manual department, but only as a general planning
guide to help the power plant management plan and perform the activities
necessary for a long-term preservation of the plant.
Also the ambient conditions at site are important, and the environmental conditions that may
be expected during the period that the plant is de-activated, must also be known.
The most favourable conditions are those where no frost needs to be taken into
consideration, surroundings are clean and free from dust, the relative humidity is below 50%,
etc.
The least favourable conditions are those with high humidity, salty air, ambient temperatures
that varies from freezing to very warm, dusty surroundings, etc.
CAUTION!
It is extremely important that the actual conditions for the shutdown is carefully
and thoroughly investigated before de-activating the plant, and that the
appropriate procedures are selected. Failing to do so may result in serious
damages to the engines and other equipment, as well as problems when reactivating the plant again.
For shorter periods of de-activation during less favourable conditions, it may be preferred to
maintain the plant in a standby condition. For more information, refer to the Operating
Manual including gensets standby procedures. A short version is also included in Chapter 2
Genset in this document.
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1.1.1 Record keeping

The shutdown of a plant requires documentation to keep track of the actions taken. For this
reason it is recommended to prepare a special shutdown folder to collect the information
collected during the shutdown of the plant, as well as log sheets prepared while supervising
the plant during shutdown.
Also information about the maintenance performed on the units during the shutdown period
should be recorded. Forms must therefore be prepared and used when recording the activities
and actions taken during the preservation of the plant.
NOTE!
To have access to these records is very important when re-activating the plant.
The records should also include observations about major items that must be taken care of
before or when re-activating the plant.
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2. Genset
2.1 Genset standby procedures
NOTE!
In this section only the procedures for maintaining the genset in a ready- to-start
mode has been taken into consideration.
During normal shut-down the following units will remain activated or in operation:
Engine pre-lube pump
Cooling system pre-heating unit
Generator heaters
All auxiliary systems should be activated and in ready-to-start mode
When the engine is shut down for a prolonged period of time, the following actions should
be taken.
Every second day

During the shut-down period the function of the engine pre-lube pump, pre-heating unit and
the generator winding heaters should be checked and the crankshaft rotated to a new position
using the turning gear.
Weekly
Once a week the engine must be primed, crankshaft rotated using turning gear (with fuel
rack in No-fuel position and with indicator valves fully open).
1. Keep watch on the indicator valves to check if any water is discharged. Close the
indicator valves and start the engine to check that every function is in order.
2. Run the engine for about ten minutes without loading and check that all systems
function correctly.0.
Monthly
Once per month a load trial should be performed:
1. Make ordinary preparations and check that the engine starts normally. Apply load (75100%) to engine.
2. Run the engine for at least one hour and check that all pressure and temperature readings
are at normal values. Check that alarms and monitoring systems function correctly and
that no false alarm is indicated.
3. Reduce load and continue running for at least ten minutes before engine is stopped.0.
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2.2 Genset shutdown procedures

Before shutting down an engine operating on heavy fuel oil (HFO) for de-activation, it is
necessary to switch over to light fuel oil (LFO) operation. The engine must have run on LFO
long enough to remove the heavy fuel oil that normally is present in the fuel system.
For all types of engines it is important to check the concentration of additives in the cooling
water, and it would be recommended to add additives to ensure that the concentration is kept
at the higher level, or even slightly higher, before stopping the engine.
It would also be recommended to check the total base number (TBN) of the lubrication oil in
the engine crankcase. If the TBN is low it would be recommended to change the oil (either
totally or partially) to increase the TBN value during the storage period.
NOTE!
If the oil shall be changed, or is close to a normal oil change, then it would be
recommended to perform the oil change when de-activating the engine. Do not
let the old oil remain in the engine during the shutdown period only to be changed
when re-activating the engine. It is far better to have the engine stored with new
oil than with old and already contaminated oil.
NOTE!
The engine should be run up to rated speed and to correct operating
temperatures on the new oil before stopping it for de-activation to ensure that the
internal parts have been treated with the fresh oil. If the oil only has been topped
up it is still important to run the engine before de-activating it to ensure that the oil
in the crankcase is properly mixed and that the improved oil has been circulated
through the engine system.
After having stopped the engine for de-activation, it should be secured to prevent accidental
start. This includes the following:
Close and lock the engine start air supply valve.
Close and lock the engine control air supply valve.
Drain the engine start air system and lock the drain valve in open position.
NOTE!
To prevent that humidity enters the engine compressed air system, it would be
recommended to place a plastic cover over the drain outlet from the valve. It will
prevent humid air from entering the system, yet it would easily blow off if the
system would become pressurised.
Engage the turning gear.
NOTE!
If the engine is equipped with indicator valves then these shall remain closed
during the de-activation period, and only be opened when the engine crankshaft
is rotated.
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Proceed to shut down all auxiliary equipment (refer to separate instructions provided in
Chapter 3 Auxiliaries in this document).
Also shut down the engine pre-lube pump and the cooling system pre-heating unit. The
generator anti-condensation heaters should remain in operation.
CAUTION!
This assumes that the genset is de-activated under favourable ambient
conditions and that no heating of the engine is required (to prevent freezing). The
storage temperature should preferably range from 10C to 50C with a maximum
air humidity of 75%. If air humidity is more than 75%, the generator must be
provided with good internal ventilation. The anti-condensation heaters must be
energised to keep the temperature of the machine above the dew point of the
ambient air to prevent condensation of moisture. The internal ventilation is also
necessary to prevent overheating should the ambient temperature be above
50C, this is especially important when the anti-condensation heaters are
activated. The self-lubricated bearings must be filled with oil.
The following openings shall be securely covered:
Combustion air inlet (Refer to Combustion air systems for information).
Exhaust gas outlet (Refer to Exhaust gas systems for information).
Crankcase ventilation outlet (if vented to the atmosphere).
CAUTION!
These outlets shall remain covered until the engine is re-activated. It is also
important to place a note with the following (or similar) text at a conspicuous
place on the engine. The covers placed on the combustion air inlet, exhaust gas
outlet and the crankcase ventilation outlet must all be removed before attempting
to start the engine!
2.3 Supervision of genset during shutdown
CAUTION!
These checks should be performed when possible (during a shutdown with
personnel at the site) but not less than once a week.
A simple shutdown of the plant should not exceed three (3) months, and it is assumed that
the normal operating and maintenance personnel are available at site during the shutdown
period.
This would be beneficial, as personnel with experience of the plant operation would be
responsible for the necessary supervision of the plant and the shutdown equipment.
The supervision of the shutdown genset would normally be limited to checks to confirm that
the protective covers/seals are intact, that the coolant and lube oil levels remain the same.
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NOTE!
There should be no increase and no decrease. Both are conditions that would
have to be investigated should they occur. It is also important to properly record
these reading to detect changes should they occur. This can be done also by
putting a non-permanent mark on the sight glass or dipstick or by writing up the
actual reading close by the place where the reading is taken.
The external parts of the genset shall also be inspected to detect corrosion, leakage or other
detrimental conditions that could cause damage to the engine and related equipment.
It is also important to check that the generator anti-condensation heaters are activated (power
supplied) and is functioning as intended. If an internal ventilation system has been installed
(in places with humidity over 75%) also this system must be controlled to ensure proper
function.
The drain valve for the combustion air intake silencer and the exhaust gas silencer shall be
opened to check for the presence of condensate. Drain out all condensate and then close the
drain valve.
CAUTION!
If an excessive amount of condensate is found, it will be necessary to investigate
how this humidity has entered the system, and to rectify the condition(s) that has
caused it.
2.4 Maintenance of genset during shutdown

During the shut down period check the function of the engine pre-lube pump, pre-heating
unit and the generator winding heaters and rotate the crankshaft to a new position using the
turning gear.
CAUTION!
These actions should be performed once a week if possible (during a shutdown
with personnel at the site) but not less than once a month.
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Procedure
The following procedure is recommended:
1. Prime the engine lube oil system by starting the pre-lube pump.
2. Start pre-heating circulation pump (heater deactivated).
3. Open indicator valves.
4. When the prelube pump has been in operation for at least five minutes, activate the
turning gear with fuel rack in No-fuel position and with indicator valves fully open and
turn the engine 4-5 complete revolutions. Make sure that the turning is stopped in a
position where the shaft has a new resting point.
5. Keep watch on the indicator valves to check if any water is discharged.
6. Close the indicator valves.
7. Shut down the pre-heating circulation pump. It should have been in operation for at least
five [5] minutes total.
8. Shut down the prelube pump. It should have been in operation for at least fifteen [15]
minutes total. 0.
NOTE!
If the engine is equipped with a lube oil separator and it is possible to activate this
unit (lube oil heater can be activated), it would be recommended to run the
separator prior to turning the engine according to the instructions above. The
separator should be run sufficiently long to ensure that all oil in the engine
crankcase has been treated in the separator at least once. However, note that
this would be not be necessary it the engine has been shutdown on new oil.
2.5 Re-activation of genset after shutdown

Before re-activating the genset it is important to check the shutdown log to verify that no
conditions exists that must be taken care of/rectified prior to starting the engine.
NOTE!
It is assumed that the auxiliary systems have been checked and activated as
required. Refer to instructions given in Auxiliaries.
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Procedure for re-activation

1. Start pre-heating circulation pump.
2. Check that the pump and the heater are well vented before starting the pump.
3. Check the operation of the pump (no noise, heated bearings, leaking packing box or
other leaks, etc.)
4. Activate the heater. If not an electrical heater is used, then the correct heating media
must be available before attempting to activate the genset.
5. Operate the pre-heating unit until the jacket water has reached the correct temperature
(normally about 70C). Check the engine instruction manual for the recommended
temperature.
NOTE!
It can take several hours before the coolant and the engine is heated up to the
proper temperature, and it is recommended to start pre-heating the coolant the
day before the planned activation of the genset.
If the engine is equipped with a lube oil separator, then this unit should be started early
enough to enable the separator to treat the oil in the engine crankcase at least once. It would
also be beneficial if the lube oil was heated to a temperature of about 40C before starting
the engine.
CAUTION!
If the engine is equipped with internal heaters (electrically powered) then these
should not be activated before the pre-lube pump has been started to provide
some circulation of the oil in the crankcase which can help prevent overheating of
the oil surrounding the heating elements.
6. Prime the engine lube oil system by starting the pre-lube pump.
7. Check that the pump is well vented before starting.
8. Check the operation of the pump (no noise, heated bearings, leaking packing box or
other leaks, etc.)
9. Open the indicator valves.
10. When the pre-lube pump has been in operation for at least five minutes, activate the
turning gear with fuel rack in No-fuel position and with indicator valves fully open and
turn the engine 4-5 complete revolutions. Make sure that the turning is stopped in a
position where the shaft has a new resting point.
NOTE!
Keep watch on the indicator valves to check if any water is discharged.
11. Remove the turning gear.

12. Remove all covers installed on the combustion air inlet, the exhaust gas outlet, the
crankcase ventilation outlet and the drain outlet from the start air system.
13. Activate the engine start air system.
14. Remove the locks on the start air, control air and drain valves.
15. Slowly open the main start air valve.
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16. Close the drain valve when no more condensate is discharged from the system.
17. Open the main start air valve and the control air supply valve. 0.
Test run
Before actually starting the engine, the following checks and activities should be performed:
Check pre-lube flow.
Activate the starting air supply and run the engine for a few revolutions while keeping
the fuel linkage (emergency handle) in stop position and with the indicator valves open.
This eliminates the risk of water locks.
NOTE!
Keep watch on the indicator valves to check if any water is discharged.
Close the indicator valves.
Check that the automatic alarm and stop devices are set in start positions.
Check that the fuel linkage is in work position and that it moves freely.
Check power supply on electronic monitoring equipment in the control panels.
Start the engine according to the procedures outlined in the Operating Manual or in the
engine instruction manual.
Make ordinary preparations and check that the engine starts normally. Apply load (75100%) to engine.
Immediately after that the engine has started, the following should be checked:
Check that all pressures and temperatures for lube oil, fuel oil, cooling water, charge air,
etc. are normal.
Check the differential pressures over fuel oil filters, lube oil filters and the charge air
filtration unit.
Check that the cooling system is properly vented (no air pockets).
Check for leakages.
Check the exhaust gas temperature after each cylinder. This gives an indication that all
fuel pumps are operating.
Check the pressure in the engine crankcase (to detect blow-by, etc.).
Check the speed indicator instrument (engine and turbo).
Check the service time meter.
Activate the automatic alarm and stop devices.
Check the operation of the return fuel radiator cooler.
Check alarm panel to verify that no alarms are active.
Run the engine for at least one hour.

Check:
All pressure and temperature readings are at normal values.
Alarms and monitoring systems function correctly and that no false alarm is indicated.
Reduce load and shut down the engine according to instructions in the Operating Manual or
the engine instruction manual.
The engine is now ready for normal operation.
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3. Auxiliaries
A power plant is a fairly complex installation, and the amount of auxiliaries depends on the
size of the plant, the type of engines as well as the type of fuel used.
The instructions provided in this section are therefore very general in nature, and it is up to
the plant management to decide what information to use.
Refer to the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) instructions available in the
station manuals for further information should this be required.
3.1 Fuel systems

The complexity of the fuel systems varies with the type of fuel used the simpler ones using
light fuel oil (LFO) only, and the more complex systems are supplied for power plants using
heavy fuel oil (HFO), crude oil or biofuel.
Also natural gas can be used as fuel, but this type of fuel is not considered in these
instructions.
NOTE!
Due to additives and contaminants fuel oil do have a finite life that is generally
regarded to be about one (1) year in storage. This must be taken into
consideration when planning for the shutdown of the power plant.
3.1.1 Shutdown procedure

Light fuel oil (LFO)
The LFO system does not generally require any special attention for a short-term shutdown.
However, the existing system should be investigated and carefully evaluated as to the most
suitable treatment for a short-term shutdown. For this purpose the following information
might be useful.
Unloading system
The connections at the unloading point should be covered and preferably locked to prevent
contamination of the inlet.
NOTE!
It is recommended to put a numbered seal on the connection. This would give an
indication of unauthorised entry if the seal were found to be broken. Use a seal
log to record the seal number.
If possible, have the unloading system full of LFO during the shutdown period as this can act
as corrosion protection.
Disconnect the power supply to the unloading pump unit. If the power supply is accessible,
that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to also lock the breaker in OFF
position.
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Transfer and storage system

1. Close and lock all outlet valves on the storage tanks including day tanks to prevent spill
if a valve downstream is accidentally opened and also to prevent theft if the area is left
unguarded.
NOTE!
Also here it would be recommended to put a numbered seal on the valves in
locked position. Use a seal log to record the seal number.
2. Take soundings and record after having closed and locked all outlet valves.
If possible, have the transfer system full of LFO during the shutdown period as this can act
as corrosion protection.
3. Disconnect the power supply to the transfer pump unit(s). If the power supply is
accessible, that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to also lock the
breaker in OFF position.
4. Disconnect the power supply to the control system. If the power supply is accessible,
that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to also lock the breaker in
OFF position. 0.
LFO feeder system
NOTE!
Feeder system is here a term used to describe the LFO feeder pump unit that
supplies LFO to the booster unit upstream of the HFO/LFO change over valve.
However, if the engine is designed to operate on LFO only, then the LFO feeder
system will also be the Fuel supply system.
The genset should have been shutdown on LFO, and the fuel supply system should be left
full of LFO during the shutdown period as this can act as corrosion protection.
Disconnect the power supply to the feeder pump unit(s). If the power supply is accessible,
that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to also lock the breaker in OFF
position.
If the LFO supply system is equipped with a radiator-cooling unit in the return fuel system,
this should be covered with a tarpaulin to protect it from atmospheric contamination (dust,
leaves, etc.)
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Fuel supply system
NOTE!
The fuel supply system installed downstream of the HFO/LFO change over valve
is designed to suit the main fuel used at the power plant be it crude oil or some
type of bio fuel. If LFO is used as the main fuel than this information can be
disregarded and only the information given in LFO feeder system would apply.
As the genset should have been shutdown on LFO and left with LFO in the supply system,
this then also includes the booster unit, the engine pump and filter unit, as well as the engine
and any other equipment installed in the main fuel supply system.
1. Shut down each unit in the fuel supply system according to the operating instructions.
2. Empty all fuel collection tanks (leak fuel tank, ventilation tank, etc.) before shutting
down the control system and the power supply.
3. Shut down the control system.
4. Disconnect 0.
Power supply to the booster unit
Engine pump and
Filter unit
Other units installed in the fuel supply system.
If the power supply is accessible, that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended
to also lock the breaker in OFF position.
Heavy fuel oil (HFO)

The information given regarding the HFO system will also in general apply to systems using
Crude oil and bio fuels. The main item to consider is the viscosity of the oil, and lighter oils
that will remain liquid at normal temperatures without heating does not generally require any
special attention for a short-term shutdown. Refer to the instructions given for LFO.
NOTE!
The main item that must be taken into consideration during a short-term
shutdown is that the trace heating of the fuel system will be deactivated. The
instructions below assumes that the trace heating for the fuel pipes and units will
be deactivated as soon as the fuel has been drained from the system/units.
This makes it necessary to investigate and carefully evaluate systems using fuels with a
higher viscosity, or using fuel that require heating or other forms of treatment to be
transferable. This shall be done with the aim of finding the most suitable treatment for a
short-term shutdown.
For this purpose the following information might be useful.
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Unloading system
1. The connections at the unloading point should be covered and preferably locked to
prevent contamination of the inlet.
NOTE!
It is recommended to put a numbered seal on the connection. This would give an
2. The unloading system should be drained from HFO during the shutdown period.
NOTE!
For heavier fuel the unloading procedure would normally include a cleaning of the
system. This is done by forcing a device made of rubber (a pig) through the
system. This pig is pushed through the pipes using compressed air, and acts to
push out the fuel remaining in the pipe system. This is a procedure that is
particularly important to use before a shutdown.
3. Disconnect the power supply to the unloading pump unit. If the power supply is
breaker in OFF position. 0.

NOTE!
If possible, it may be beneficial to transfer the contents of the buffer tanks and the
day tanks into one of the main storage tanks, as this could reduce the need for
heating as well as the need for circulation of the contents in the tanks.
NOTE!
Storage tanks containing crude oil or bio fuel may also require having the
contents of the tank circulated continuously. Fuel oils with a high viscosity or fuel
that will solidify at normal ambient temperatures checked according to the
manufacturers instruction.
2. Close and lock all outlet valves on the storage tanks (including buffer tanks and day
tanks) to prevent spill if a valve downstream is accidentally opened.
3. The HFO system should be drained during the shutdown period. For fuels that require
heating to be transferable it would be recommended to empty the system by forcing a
pig through the pipes.
4. Disconnect the power supply to the transfer pump unit(s). If the power supply is
OFF position. 0.
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Treatment system
NOTE!
For the normal HFO fuel oil operated power plant, the treatment system mainly
consists of the separator units required for the purification of the fuel oil.
Generally these units would not need any special treatment for a short-term shutdown not
exceeding three months. However, refer to the manufacturers instructions for information
(Alfa Laval does not require any special precautions if the shutdown period is less than six
months).
1. The fuel system within the treatment unit should be drained including the HFO heater.
2. The separator unit shall be cleaned and oiled internally as well as externally to prevent
corrosion.
NOTE!
If the separator units may be exposed to vibrations (heavy traffic, etc.) it would be
recommended to remove the separator bowl from the unit. It should be placed on
wood boards and be protected against corrosion. Also the separator spindle
would require corrosion protection if the bowl were removed.
3. Empty the sludge tank as far as possible before shutting down the heating of the tank. 0.
HFO feeder system
NOTE!
The feeder system is here a term used to describe the HFO feeder pump unit that
supplies HFO to the booster unit upstream of the HFO/LFO change over valve.
This system is actually a part of the HFO supply system, but for these instructions
it is considered a separate system mainly since it will not be flushed with LFO
during shutdown of the genset.
1. The HFO system should be drained during the shutdown period all the way to the part
of the system that is filled with LFO (normally the 3-way change over valve at the
booster inlet). For fuels that require heating to be transferable it would be recommended
to empty the system by forcing a pig through the pipes.
2. Disconnect the power supply to the feeder pump unit(s). If the power supply is
breaker in OFF position. 0.
Fuel supply system
NOTE!
The genset should have been shutdown on LFO, and the fuel supply system
should be left full of LFO during the shutdown period as this can act as corrosion
protection. Refer to Fuel supply system in 3.1.2 Supervision during shutdown.
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3.1.2 Supervision during shutdown

Light fuel oil system (LFO)
The supervision of the LFO is fairly easy, and consists mainly of the following:
Check the contents of the main storage tanks and the day tanks. If the tanks are equipped
with a mechanical level indicator this should also be checked regularly.
NOTE!
It would be advisable to put a removable mark at the level where the system was
shut down. This is a simpler way to keep track of level changes than taking a
reading and comparing this to reading made previously.
Drain out a sample to check if the tank contains water. Any water present should be
drained out as it might permit biological contamination to propagate in the tank.
Check:
Temperatures in the tank. Record or make notes if found to be excessive in either

direction too hot or too cold.
All seals (if used) that they have remained intact.
All pipes and flange connections for leakage.
Pumps for leakage (flanges and shaft seal).
Corrosion protection where applied (mainly pump shafts, valves spindles, actuator
shafts, etc.)
Any other unusual condition noticed during the inspection.
Heavy fuel oil system (HFO)
NOTE!
The actions described in Light fuel oil system (LFO) above are performed also for
the HFO system.
In addition to this, the following should be performed:
If heat is supplied to maintain the temperature of the HFO, and then the function of this
heating system shall be controlled as shall the heat supply system.
If the content of the tanks is circulated by an external pump system, then the function of
this pump shall be controlled.
3.1.3 Maintenance during shutdown
NOTE!
The maintenance instructions given below is very general, and applicable to all
types of fuel system, be it Light fuel oil, heavy fuel oil, crude oil or bio fuels. It is
essential that the actual system and equipment is evaluated to establish the
actual maintenance requirements. The information below should be viewed as
general information only.
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The maintenance during the shutdown period is mainly performed to prevent corrosion
damage, bearing damage and seizure of equipment. The following activities should therefore
be considered and performed whenever possible.
1. Inspect all pipe system and equipment for signs of corrosion. This is particularly
important for items/components exposed to the environment without sufficient
protection. Often parts of shafts are exposed. If possible they should be protected by
applying a soft corrosion protection, such as ordinary grease, Dinitrol or similar.
Whenever corrosion is detected it should be attended to, the corrosion removed and
additional corrosion protection applied.
2. Turn the shaft of rotating equipment to provide lubrication to the bearings and to give
them a new resting point. The shafts should be turned at least once a month (preferably
once a week) and rotated about 10-15 times.
CAUTION!
This is important to help prevent bearing failures when starting up the equipment
during the re-activation of the plant.
3. Check all valves in the system for signs of corrosion, grease the valve stem and operate
the valve (open/close at least once) if possible without releasing liquid into other parts of
the system. This is particularly important for gate valves and globe valves. Butterfly
valves and ball valves may not benefit as much. 0.
3.1.4 Re-activation after shutdown

Light fuel oil (LFO)
NOTE!
Before re-activating the LFO system it would be recommended to perform a
thorough inspection of the system to detect any sign of leakage, corrosion or
other signs of damages.
The system should be filled with LFO and provided that it has been supervised/maintained
properly during the shutdown it should be possible to re-activate without any problems.
However, the following activities would be recommended to ensure that the re-activation
proceeds smoothly.
Unloading system
The unloading system would need to be re-activated first when new fuel oil arrives at site.
1. Check that the unloading pumps shaft rotates freely.
2. If possible, vent the pump- and strainer housing.
CAUTION!
The pump should not be permitted to run dry, and if the pump has been drained
of oil during the shutdown period it would be beneficial if possible to have the
unloading system filled with oil from the tanker truck before starting it.
3. Activate the power supply and jog the pump to ensure that it is operating properly.
4. Open valves according to the list of manual valves available in the operating
instructions.
5. Start the unloading according to the instructions in the operating manual
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6. Check the pump carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise, leaks or
overheated bearings). 0.

1. Drain out any water that may be present in the tanks.
instructions.
3. Vent the transfer pumps housing and also the suction strainer.
4. Check that the transfer pumps shaft rotates freely.
6. Activate the power supply to the control system.
7. Start the transfer system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
overheated bearings).
9. Check that the control system function properly (stopping the pump at high level and
starting it at low level).
10. Check the function of the alarm system. 0.
LFO supply system
NOTE!
As earlier explained, feeder system is here a term used to describe the LFO
feeder pump unit that supplies LFO to the booster unit upstream of the HFO/LFO
change over valve. However, if the engine is designed to operate on LFO only,
then the LFO supply system will also be the Fuel supply system.
instructions.
2. Vent the feeder pumps housing and also the suction strainer.
3. Check that the feeder pumps shaft rotates freely.
5. Start the supply system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
7. Check the function of the alarm system.
8. Vent the system carefully including the fuel system on the engine.
9. If the fuel supply system is equipped with a radiator-cooling unit in the return fuel
system, then the covering should be removed and the radiator activated. If necessary,
clean the radiators cooling surface. 0.
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Fuel supply system
NOTE!
Normally the LFO system is used as an auxiliary system, and the main fuel might
be heavy fuel oil (HFO), Crude oil or biofuel. If so the fuel supply system will
contain several other units that must be started up when re-activating the plant.
The fuel supply system should be set to operate in LFO mode (if shut down on LFO as
instructed). If the operation instructions have been followed this also means that the trace
heating of the units are shut down, the heaters are deactivated and the piping system as well
as all units are still filled with LFO.
Each unit installed in the system should be re-activated according to the manufacturers
instruction. However, the general information below might be useful to consider:
1. All valves shall be opened according to the list of manual valves available in the
operating instructions.
2. All pump housings, strainer/filter housings and heaters shall be vented and completely
filled with LFO.
3. Check the shafts for rotating equipment moves freely.
4. Activate the power supply and jog all pumps to ensure that they are operating
properly.
5. Start all units in accordance with the instructions in the appropriate operating manual.
6. Check all units carefully to ensure that they are operating properly (no noise, vibrations,
leaks or overheated bearings).
7. Check the function of the alarm system.
8. Vent the system piping carefully including the fuel system on the engine.
9. Activate all fuel collection tanks (leak fuel tank, ventilation tank, etc.) including all units
installed in such systems (pumps, level control and ventilation fans). 0.
Heavy fuel oil (HFO)
NOTE!
The information given regarding the HFO system will also in general apply to
systems using crude oil and biofuels. Before re-activating the HFO system it
would be recommended to perform a thorough inspection of the system to detect
any sign of leakage, corrosion or other signs of damages including damage to the
insulation.
CAUTION!
The main item that must be taken into consideration is that the system cannot be
activated unless the trace heating systems can be activated first. That is, heat
must be available either in the form of electric power for electrical trace heating
systems, or steam for steam-heated systems.
The instructions below assume that the trace heating for the fuel pipes and units has been
activated as part of the re-activation of the heat consumer system.
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Unloading system
The unloading system would need to be re-activated first when new fuel oil arrives at site.
1. Activate the trace heating of the system and the units installed.
CAUTION!
The pump should not be permitted to run dry, and it would be beneficial if
possible to have the unloading system filled with oil from the tanker truck before
starting it.
instructions.
6. Start the unloading according to the instructions in the operating manual.
NOTE!
Since the pipe system has been drained, it is important to vent all high parts of
the system to prevent air pockets that can interfere with the operation.

1. Drain out any water that may be present in the main storage tanks.
2. Activate the tank heating system (main storage tanks and the buffer tanks).
3. Activate the trace heating of the system and all units installed.
instructions.
5. Vent the transfer pumps housing and the suction strainer.
CAUTION!
The pump should not be permitted to run dry, and it is necessary to ensure that
the pump is filled with oil before starting it.
6. Check that the transfer pumps shaft rotates freely.
9. Start the transfer system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
10. Vent the heater on the transfer pump unit, and activate it when filled with oil.
12. Check that the control system function properly by stopping the pump or
opening/closing a 3-way valve at high level and starting it at low level.
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Treatment system
NOTE!
If the separator has had the bowl removed for the shutdown, then it must be
cleaned and re-assembled before the treatment system is re-activated.
1. Drain out any water that may be present in the buffer- and day tanks.
2. Activate the tank heating system (buffer tanks, day tanks and the separator sludge tank)
instructions.
5. Vent the separator feeder pumps housing and the suction strainer.
7. Activate the power supply and start the separator unit according the instructions in the
operation manual.
8. Vent the separator fuel oil heater, and activate the heater when filled with oil.
9. Check the separator carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise, vibrations,
HFO feeder system
NOTE!
As earlier explained, the feeder system is here a term used to describe the HFO
feeder pump unit that supplies HFO to the booster unit upstream of the HFO/LFO
change over valve.
instructions.
3. Vent the feeder pumps housing and the suction strainer.
CAUTION!
5. Activate the power supply and start the feeder pump unit according the instructions in
the operation manual.
6. If the feeder unit is equipped with a heater, then this heater should be vented. Activate
the heater when filled with oil.
7. Check the feeder carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise, vibrations,
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Fuel supply system

The genset should have been re-activated on LFO, and the fuel supply system should now be
full of LFO. This includes the booster unit, the engine pump and filter unit, the engine itself
as well as any other units/equipment installed in the fuel supply system.
NOTE!
With the engine running on LFO and with the HFO system activated, the process
of changing over to the main fuel may be started. Refer to the operating
instructions for information about correct procedure.
3.2 Lube oil systems

The complexity of the engines lubrication system varies with the type of fuel used the
simpler systems are supplied for engines operating on clean fuel only (light fuel oil, natural
gas, etc.). The more complex systems are supplied for power plants using heavy fuel oil
(HFO), crude oil or biofuel. These fuels produce more contamination and the lubricating oil
in the engine crankcase needs more efficient treatment to maintain it in good condition.

Refer also to the shutdown routines described for the genset in 2.2 Genset shutdown
procedures.
Lube oil circulation system

The lube oil circulation system is normally shut down when the engine is stopped (engine
driven circulation pumps). If a separate circulation pump is used, then this shall be stopped
after having the engine cool down (normally a part of the automatic shutdown procedure).
The lube oil system can then be left intact, as it also will be included in the routines
established for the genset. However, there are certain conditions that should be considered,
such as:
If the oil shall remain in the engine, it would be recommended to test the TBN value. If low
it would be recommended to add new oil to increase the TBN value of the oil in the
crankcase. If necessary, draw off some oil and replace it with new.
NOTE!
No more than 10% new oil may be added.
If the lube oil is near or at the end of the useful service life (oil change period) then the oil
should be changed. Do not wait with the oil change until it is time to re-activate the plant it
is far better to have the engine shutdown with new oil than to have it standing still with
contaminated oil in the crankcase.
The same can be said for the lube oil filters. If they have been in service for a long time it
would be recommended to have the filters renewed at the same time the oil is replaced.
Clean the centrifugal filter on the engine. The filters is drained automatically and there is a
risk that the sludge collected in the filter may dry and break up causing problems when
starting up the filter again (vibrations and clogged lines).
Lube oil treatment system

Only engines operating on dirty fuels are equipped with a treatment system. This normally
consists of a lube oil separator unit and/or an automatic lube oil filtration unit.
The lube oil separator units generally would not need any special treatment for a short-term
shutdown not exceeding three months. However, refer to the manufacturers instructions for
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information (Alfa Laval does not require any special precautions if the shutdown period is
less than six months).
After shutting down the engine the separator should be left to operate to clean out eventual
contaminants if the old oil shall remain in the system. The separator should be left in
operation to permit the contents of the oil sump to be treated at least 3-5 times. Then the
separator can be shutdown and the heater deactivated.
The separator unit shall be cleaned and oiled to prevent corrosion internally as well as
externally.
NOTE!
If the separator units may be exposed to vibrations (heavy traffic, etc.) it would be
wood boards and be protected against corrosion. Also the separator spindle
would require corrosion protection if the bowl were removed.
Empty the sludge tank as far as possible before shutting down the heating of the tank.
Also the trace heating (if installed) on lube oil and sludge lines would normally be
deactivated during a shutdown.
The automatic lube oil filtration unit generally does not need any special treatment for a
short-term shutdown not exceeding three months. However, refer to the manufacturers
instructions for information.
After shutting down the engine the automatic lube oil filtration unit shall be shutdown
also.
The unit shall be cleaned and oiled to prevent corrosion internally as well as
externally.
All filter candles shall be cleaned and inspected to ensure that they are in good condition.
Clean the flushing oil filter and replace the flushing filter insert.
Also the trace heating (if installed) on lube oil and sludge lines would normally be
deactivated during a shutdown.
Lube oil storage and transfer system

All plants will have some sort of lube oil storage and transfer system, though the complexity
will vary depending on the size of the plant and the amount of lubricant that must be stored.
Smaller plants may have the oils stored in the drums it is delivered in, and the transfer
system may consist of a mobile transfer pump only. Such plants need only be concerned
about how the drums are stored (laying down on special stands or wooden pallets not
directly on the ground and protected against heat/strong sun).
The drums shall therefore preferably be stored indoors and in such way that the bungs (the
sealed openings) are covered by the contents of the drum to prevent that air is drawn into the
drum due to temperature induced volumetric changes.
However, these are normal procedures and the drums shall be stored in this manner also
when the plant is in full operation.
The mobile transfer pump need no special attention but should be stored indoors and be
protected against excessive heat and humidity.
Larger power plants may have quite complex and sophisticated lube oil storage and transfer
systems, including unloading system, transfer and storage system, automatic oil filling
system, etc. These systems must be studied and evaluated to provide the information that is
required when shutting down the plant. The following is some general guidelines provided to
help the planning process.
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Unloading system
The connections at the unloading point should be covered and preferably locked to prevent
that the inlet becomes contaminated.
NOTE!
It is recommended to put a numbered seal on the connection. It gives an
If possible, have the unloading system full of lube oil during the shutdown period as this can
act as corrosion protection.
Disconnect the power supply to the unloading pump unit. If the power supply is accessible,
that is, not installed in a lockable area it is recommended to also lock the breaker in OFF
position.
Storage system
1. Close and lock all outlet valves on the storage tanks (including new oil tanks,
service/maintenance tanks and used lube oil tanks) to prevent spill if a valve downstream
is accidentally opened and also to prevent theft if the area where the new lube oil is
stored is left unguarded.
NOTE!
It is recommended to put a numbered seal on the valves in locked position. Use a
seal log to record the seal number.
3. If possible, have the transfer system full of lube oil during the shutdown period as this
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Lube transfer system (oil filling)
NOTE!
The lube transfer/oil filling system is available in several different designs and
functions from the fully automatic system to manually activated pumps and also
to systems where the mobile transfer pump must be physically hooked-up to the
engine that shall be filled with oil. It is therefore essential to develop the required
shutdown methods based on the actual design selected for the plant.
1. Disconnect the control system (automatic lube oil filling system).

2. Close and lock the lube oil inlet valves at the engine oil sump.
3. If possible, have the oil filling system full of lube oil during the shutdown period as this
can act as corrosion protection.
Any open connections (lube oil inlet-, or outlet connections) should be covered and
preferably locked to prevent that the connections becomes contaminated either by accident
or by wilful vandalism.
NOTE!
It is recommended to put a numbered seal on the connections. This gives an
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4. Disconnect the power supply to the lube oil transfer/filling pump unit(s). If the power
supply is accessible, that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to also
lock the breaker in OFF position.
OFF position. 0.

Refer also to the supervision routines described for the genset in Section 2.3 Supervision of
genset during shutdown.
The supervision of the lube oil systems is fairly easy, and is similar to the supervision
routines for other systems at the plant.
Check:
Contents of the new oil storage tanks
Used lube oil tank and
Maintenance tank if these contain oil.
If the tanks are equipped with a mechanical level indicator this should also be checked
regularly.
NOTE!
It is advisable to put a removable mark at the level where the system was shut
down. This is a simpler way to keep track of level changes than taking a reading
and comparing this to reading made previously.
Drain out a sample to check if the tank contains water. Any water present should be drained
out as it might permit biological contamination to propagate in the tank.
Check:
The temperatures in the tanks (record or make notes if found to be excessive in either
direction too hot or too cold).
All seals (if used) that they have remained intact.
Pumps for leakage (flanges and shaft seal).
shafts, etc.)
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The main and most important maintenance activities are described in Section 2.4
Maintenance of genset during shutdown.
The maintenance performed on the lube oil system during the shutdown period is mainly
performed to prevent corrosion damage, bearing damage and seizure of equipment, and is
similar to the maintenance activities required for other systems at the plant.
CAUTION!
3. Check all valves in the system for signs of corrosion. Grease the valve stem and operate
valves and ball valves may not benefit as much. 0.

Refer also to the re-activation procedures described for the genset in Section 2.5 Reactivation of genset after shutdown.
NOTE!
Before re-activating the lube oil systems it is recommended to perform a thorough
inspection of the systems to detect any sign of leakage, corrosion or other signs
of damages.
The system should already be filled with lubrication oil and provided that it has been
supervised/maintained properly during the shutdown it should be possible to re-activate
without any problems.
However, the following activities are recommended to ensure that the re-activation proceeds
smoothly.
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Lube oil circulation system

The main activities to perform when re-activating the lube oil circulation system are
described in Section 2.5 Re-activation of genset after shutdown. Read the instructions as well
as the general information provided here.
NOTE!
If the genset is equipped with a lube oil treatment system, then this should be
activated before starting the procedures below.
Before starting the pre-lube pump, check:
Lube oil filters condition and that no sludge has accumulated in the filter housing.
Centrifugal filter (if installed) is clean and in fully operational condition.
All valves are in the normal operating position according to the list of manual valves
(available in the operating instructions).
NOTE!
It the genset is equipped with an external circulation pump, the pump must be
checked to ensure that it is in fully operational condition.
Vent the pumps housing and the suction strainer.
CAUTION!
Check that the feeder pumps shaft rotates freely.
Activate the power supply and jog the pump to ensure that it is operating properly. Set
the pump to AUTO
When in operation, check the pump carefully to ensure that it is functioning properly (no
noise, vibrations, leaks or overheated bearings).
Check the function of the alarm system.
Lube oil treatment system (separator unit)
NOTE!
1. Activate the tank heating system (separator sludge tank)

2. Activate the trace heating (if installed) of the system and all units installed.
instructions.
operation manual.
7. Vent the separator oil heater, and activate the heater when filled with oil.
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Lube oil treatment system (automatic lube oil filtration unit)

The automatic lube oil filtration unit shall be re-activated according the Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEM) instructions. The information below is given as guidance only.
1. Activate the trace heating (if installed) of the unit and associated piping.
instructions.
3. With the pre-lube pump (or external circulation pump) in operation, vent the filter
housing (if necessary).
4. Activate the power supply and start the automatic filtration unit according the
instructions in the operation manual.
5. Check the automatic filtration carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise,
vibrations or leaks).
Lube oil storage and transfer system

For smaller power plans without any elaborate storage and transfer system, there are no
activities necessary. The oil is probably stored in drums only.
However, for the larger plants the following information might be useful.
Unloading system
The unloading system needs to be re-activated first when new lube oil arrives at site.
CAUTION!
The pump should not be permitted to run dry, and if the pump has been drained
of oil during the shutdown period it would be beneficial if possible to have the
unloading system filled with oil from the tanker truck before starting it.
instructions.
5. Start the unloading according to the instructions in the operating manual.
Storage system
1. Drain out any water in the tanks (new oil tank, maintenance tank, used lube oil storage).
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Lube transfer/oil-filling system
NOTE!
If the plant is equipped with an automatic lube oil filling system (providing engine
with oil as required and controlled by level switches/sensors in the oil sump) then
this system should be activated already when the gensets are prepared for start.
instructions.
2. Vent the transfer/oil filling pumps housing and also the suction strainer.
3. Check that the transfer/oil filling pumps shaft rotates freely.
6. Start the transfer/oil filling system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
8. Check that the control system function properly (stopping the pump at high level and
starting it at low level). 0.
3.3 Compressed air systems

The compressed air system varies in complexity depending on the plant but in general it
consists of the following systems:
Start air system
Control/instrument air system
Work air system
Before shutting down any of these systems, it is necessary to investigate the effect it would
have on the activities that have to be performed during the shutdown period, that is, are any
of these systems needed during the shutdown period. If needed, it should remain in
operation.

Start air system
The start air supply to the genset must be shutdown with the inlet valves closed and locked
as part of the genset shutdown procedure.
When all gensets are shut down, and there is no more need for start air, the system should be
de-activated as follows:
1. Drain the start air system between the receiver and the engines start air valve. Make sure
that all condensate is removed from the system.
NOTE!
If the drain valve were left open it would be recommended to place a plastic cover
over the drain outlet from the valve. This will prevent humid air from entering the
system, yet it would easily blow off if the system would become pressurised.
2. Close the outlet valve on the start air receiver.
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WARNING!
If the receiver will be shut down fully charged, then it would be recommended to
also lock this valve (to prevent that it will be accidentally opened while other parts
of the system may be under work).
3. Charge the receiver while draining out all condensate.
4. Shut down the compressor according to the instructions given in the operating manual.
5. Disconnect the power supply to the compressor unit(s). If the power supply is
6. Close the inlet valve to the start air receiver and open the drain valve in the line between
the start air compressor and the start air receiver. 0.
NOTE!
If this drain valve were left open it would be recommended to place a plastic
cover over the drain outlet from the valve.
CAUTION!
The start air compressor unit can be of several designs; single unit, double unit,
electrical drive only or with a combination electrical drive/diesel drive. It is
therefore important that the original equipment manufacturers (OEM) instructions
regarding preservation for a short-term shutdown are followed.
CAUTION!
It is essential that the control/instrument air system is carefully investigated to
ensure that it can be de-activated during the shutdown period. It can be used for
some essential services (safety, supervision, alarm, etc.) and can therefore have
to be in full operation during the shutdown period.
When all control/instrument air consumers are shut down, and there is no more need for
control/instrument air, the system should be de-activated as follows:
1. Drain the control/instrument system between the receiver and the consumers. Make sure
that all condensate is removed from the system.
NOTE!
If the drain valve is left open it is recommended to place a plastic cover over the
drain outlet from the valve. It prevents humid air from entering the system, yet it
would easily blow off if the system would become pressurised.
2. Close the outlet valve on the compressed air receiver.

5. Shut down the air dryer according to the instructions given in the operating manual.
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7. Close the inlet valve to the air receiver and open the drain valve in the line between the
compressor and the air receiver. 0.
NOTE!
drain outlet from the valve.
CAUTION!
The control/instrument air compressor unit can be of several designs; single unit,
double unit, with or without air dryer, etc. It is therefore important that the original
equipment manufacturers (OEM) instructions regarding preservation for a shortterm shutdown are followed.
Work air system
CAUTION!
The work air system must be investigated to ensure that it can be de-activated
during the shutdown period. It may be needed for some essential services
(safety, supervision, alarm, etc.) and therefore has to be in full operation during
the shutdown period.
However, the work air requirement during shutdown can be less than during
normal operation, and it can therefore be possible to buy (or rent) a smaller unit
to supply the necessary work air during the shutdown of the plant.
When all work air consumers are shut down, and there is no more need for work air, the
system should be de-activated as follows:
1. Drain the work air system between the receiver and the consumers. Make sure that all
condensate is removed from the system.
NOTE!
drain outlet from the valve. This will prevent humid air from entering the system,
yet it would easily blow off if the system would become pressurised.
2. Close the outlet valve on the work air receiver.

6. Close the inlet valve to the air receiver and open the drain valve in the line between the
compressor and the air receiver.
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NOTE!
drain outlet from the valve.
7. Clean all filters in the work air system (workstations), and empty and clean all
lubricators to prevent the oil from emulsification should humidity enter the system. 0.
CAUTION!
The work air compressor unit may not be equipped with any air receiver and will
maintain the pressure in the system by load modulation. The information
regarding the air receiver in the instructions above should then be ignored.

The supervision of the compressed air systems is fairly easy, and mainly consists of the
following.
Check:
Pressure in the start air receiver, the control/instrument air receiver and the work air
receiver (if these are installed and kept charged during the shutdown period).
NOTE!
Rapidly falling pressure in the tanks indicate leakage, and this should be
investigated and rectified.
All (pressurised) pipes and flange connections for leakage.
Compressor units according to the manufacturers instructions.
Air dryer according to the manufacturers instructions.
shafts, etc.)

The maintenance performed on the compressed air system during the shutdown period is
mainly performed to prevent corrosion damage, bearing damage and seizure of equipment,
and is similar to the maintenance activities required for other systems at the plant.
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CAUTION!
NOTE!
The compressors can be hard to turn by hand and it can be simpler, if power is
available, to run the compressor for a while. This also applies to any diesel driven
compressor unit.
3. Ball valves are most commonly used in compressed air system and should not need any
particular maintenance during a short-term shutdown. However, if globe valves (or
needle valves) are used, these may benefit from being operated once a week
(open/close at least once) if possible without releasing compressed air into other parts of
the system. Grease the valve stems at the same time. 0.

Start air system
The start air compressor unit shall be re-activated according the Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEM) instructions. The information below is given as guidance only.
1. Open all shut-off valves in the line between the compressor and the start air receiver.
2. Check that the drain valves in the line between the compressor and the start air receiver
are open.
3. Activate the power supply and start the compressor unit according the instructions in the
operation manual.
4. Close the drain valve when all condensate is removed from the system
5. Check the compressor unit carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise,
6. Check the function of the control system and the alarm functions.
When the start air receiver is fully charged, and the engines are ready to start, then the main
start air outlet valve can be opened slowly while having the drain valves in the system
between the air receiver and the engine open.
7. Close the drain valve when all condensate is removed from the system. 0.

The control/instrument air compressor unit shall be re-activated according the Original
Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) instructions.
1. Open all shut-off valves in the line between the compressor and the air receiver.
2. Check to see that the drain valves in the line between the compressor and the air receiver
is open.
operation manual.
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When the air receiver is fully charged then the main outlet valve can be opened slowly while
having the drain valves in the system between the air receiver and the consumers open.
7. Close the drain valve when all condensate is removed from the system.
8. Activate the air dryer according the instructions in the operation manual.
9. Check all consumer stations/units to ensure that the control/instrument air reaches the
unit. Many units have a small vent where the control/instrument air is leaking out
thus confirming that air is supplied. 0.
Work air system

The work air compressor unit shall be re-activated according the Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEM) instructions.
1. Open all shut-off valves in the line between the compressor and the work air receiver.
2. Check to see that the drain valves in the line between the compressor and the air receiver
is open.
operation manual.
7. Check all filters and lubricators in the system to ensure that they are in operational
condition and filled with the correct lubricant.
When the work air receiver is fully charged, the main outlet valve can be opened slowly
while having the drain valves in the system between the air receiver and the consumer
stations open.
8. Close the drain valve when all condensate is removed from the system. 0.
3.4 Cooling systems

Refer also to the shutdown routines described for the genset in Section 2.2 Genset shutdown
procedures.
The engine cooling system is normally shut down when the engine is stopped (engine driven
circulation pumps). If separate circulation pumps are used, then these shall be stopped after
having the engine cool down (normally a part of the automatic shutdown procedure).
The cooling system can then normally be left intact, as it also will be included in the routines
established for the shutdown of the genset.
CAUTION!
The HT and LT system can contain completely different treatment chemicals. The
systems can also be split containing one section that is installed indoors and
then only contain normal treatment chemicals, while another section can be
installed outdoors and then may contain a solution of Ethylene Glycol. This must
be known before starting the preservation treatment.
NOTE!
In connection with the shutdown it is recommended to take a water sample of the
different systems. Add treatment chemicals as required, and preferably enough to
maintain a slightly higher level of additives than normal during operation.
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NOTE!
This procedure does not cover all system design variations of the cooling system.
In general it can be said that the system shall be left as is as a part of the genset.
However, there are certain units/components that need to be taken care of also
for a short-term shutdown. These items will be described in general terms below.
Expansion tanks
Two (2) expansion tanks are used for each engine. One tank is installed in the HT system
and the other in the LT system. Normally there would be no need for any special precautions
for a short-term shutdown except when there is a risk for freezing and the tanks are installed
outdoors. If this is the case then the tank containing Ethylene Glycol can be left as is, but the
one containing normal treated jacket water must be heated or emptied to prevent freezing.
When the plant is shutdown the power supply may have to be de-activated to save power, or
it may be de-activated without comprehending the consequences for the water in the
expansion tank.
CAUTION!
If there is a risk for freezing, and there is a risk that the power to the heating
element in the outdoor tank is interrupted, then it is recommended to lower the
water level in the jacket water system sufficiently to empty the tank and the
exposed piping. However, the engine and the systems should remain full.
Radiators
The radiators are normally stopped as part of the shutdown of the genset and can normally be
left as is for a short-term shutdown. However, the following actions should be taken.
1. Shut down the radiator units according to the instructions given in the operating manual.
2. Deactivate the fan control system. If using a frequency controller, refer to the
manufacturers instructions for information regarding recommended de-activation
procedure.
3. Disconnect the power supply to the fan unit(s). If the power supply is accessible, that is,
not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to also lock the breaker in OFF
position.
4. Protect the fans and the radiator screens against flying debris that may enter the unit. It
is recommended to cover the radiator outlet by a properly secured canvas cover. 0.
CAUTION!
The outlet shall remain covered until the radiator is re-activated. It is also
important to place a note with the following (or similar) text at the fan control
cabinet: The cover placed on the radiator outlet must be removed before
attempting to start the fan!
Heat exchangers
The heat exchangers are components without moving parts, and in general there would be no
need to take any special precautions for preservation during a short-term shutdown. The
following is supplied as general information only.
If both the cooled and the cooling media consist of treated water the unit can be left as is
(shutdown as part of the genset shutdown procedures).
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If the cooling media will be drained (raw water cooling system, cooling tower circulation
system) then it would be recommended to open the drain valves at the bottom of the cooling
media inlet and outlet. Place a drip tray under the drain outlet and use this to detect any
eventual leakage from the unit.
Cooling towers
The cooling towers are normally stopped as part of the shutdown of the genset. As the
cooling tower is part of an external circulation system, also this needs to be properly deactivated for a short-term shutdown. The following actions should be taken:
1. Shut down the cooling tower units according to the instructions given in the operating
manual.
2. Deactivate the fan control system.
3. Disconnect the power supply to the fan unit(s). If the power supply is accessible ,that is,
not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to also lock the breaker in OFF
position.
4. Inspect the internals of the cooling tower (including the fill material) and flush it clean
with fresh water. Drain out all water in the collection basin.
5. Protect the fan outlet against flying debris that may enter the unit. It is recommended
to cover the outlet by a properly secured canvas cover. 0.
CAUTION!
The outlet must remain covered until the fan is started. It is also important to
place a note with the following (or similar) text at the fan control cabinet: The
cover placed on the cooling tower outlet must be removed before attempting to
start the fan!
Circulation system
The external circulation system is normally designed to provide a central heat exchanger
with coolant. The supply can be a raw water system (taking water from a natural source like
a river or the sea) or it can be taking water from a cooling tower.
CAUTION!
Disregarding the source of the water supply, the main item to consider is the
material used in the system. If the pipes in the system are made of stainless steel
or CuNi-material (Copper-Nickel) then the system requires flushing and draining
only (a cooling tower system using untreated fresh water need draining only).
However, if the pipes are manufactured of common carbon steel material then it
will be necessary to protect the system by filling it with chemically treated water.
Carbon steel pipe systems

The system must be investigated and may also need some reconstruction to ease the
preservation of the system. The following should be taken into consideration:
The system should be blind flanged as close to the inlet and outlet as possible, and
connections for hoses should also be installed (a small circulation pump will be used to
add treated water and to circulate the contents of the system).
If the system has been operated without treatment (mainly raw water system) then the
system should be filled with softened water treated with 0.5 litre of a 30% solution of
sodium hydroxide (or sodium carbonate) and 200 gram of sodium sulphite per cubit
metre (m3) of water.
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NOTE!
These are the same chemicals that are used for the treatment of the boiler water
and should therefore be easy to obtain (especially if the plant includes a heat
recovery system). Also other corrosion inhibitors can be used, but then often at a
greater cost. If the cooling tower circulation system contains treated water, then
the water should be analysed. If in satisfactory condition, the water can remain in
the system, but it is recommended to by-pass the cooling tower.
CAUTION!
Investigate the circulation system to ensure that it does not contain any material
(gaskets, packing material, etc.) that might be damaged by these chemicals.
Analyse the water to ensure that the water contain in excess of 150 ppm sodium sulphite
and a pH-value of 10-11. If not, add more treatment chemicals.
Vent the system continuously while adding the treated water. Close all vent valves when
the system is full.
Maintain a slight pressure (about 0.2 bar) in the system during the shutdown period. By
installing a small expansion tank at a high point in the system, this can easily be
achieved.

The supervision of the cooling systems depends on the complexity of the system, the
simplest being systems using treated water in both LT and HT circulation systems using
radiators to dissipate the heat. For this type of system the supervision routines given for the
genset will suffice. In general the items below should be taken into consideration for all
systems.
General supervision
Check:
All pipes and flange connections for leakage
Pumps for leakage (flanges and shaft seal)
shafts, etc.)
Any other unusual condition noticed during the inspection
The supervision required for other type of system will depend on the units/components that
need to be taken care of also for a short-term shutdown. These items will be described in
general terms below.
Expansion tanks
The supervision of the expansion tanks is described in Section 2.3 Supervision of genset
during shutdown and is not be described here. However, should the tanks be installed
outdoors and contains a heating element, then this must be checked for correct operation to
prevent freezing.
Radiators
The radiator units should be checked according to the manufacturers instructions. In general
it should be enough to perform a normal visual inspection described earlier in this section.
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Heat exchangers
The heat exchanger should be checked according to the manufacturers instructions. In
general it should be enough to perform a normal visual inspection described earlier in this
section.
NOTE!
If the cooling media side has been emptied and the drain valve left open, the drip
tray should be checked to detect leakage.
Cooling towers
The cooling tower units should be checked according to the manufacturers instructions. In
general it should be enough to perform a normal visual inspection described in General
supervision above.
Circulation system
If the circulation system is constructed using stainless steel or CuNi, or if it is filled with
treated water it would be sufficient to perform a normal visual inspection described in
General supervision above.

Refer also to the maintenance activities described for the genset in Section 2.4 Maintenance
of genset during shutdown.
General maintenance
The maintenance performed on the cooling water system during the shutdown period is
Inspect all pipe systems and equipment for signs of corrosion. This is particularly important
for items/components exposed to the environment without sufficient protection. It is often
parts of shafts that are exposed. If possible they should be protected by applying a soft
corrosion protection (such as ordinary grease, Dinitrol or similar).
Turn the shaft of rotating equipment to provide lubrication to the bearings and to give them a
new resting point. The shafts should be turned at least once a month (preferably once a
week) and rotated about 10-15 times.
CAUTION!
NOTE!
The fans (radiator fan, cooling tower fan) can be hard to reach and turn by hand
and it may be simpler, if power is available, to run the fans for a while.
Check all valves in the system for signs of corrosion, grease the valve stem and operate the
valve (open/close at least once) if possible without releasing liquid into other parts of the
system. This is particularly important for gate valves and globe valves. Butterfly valves and
ball valves may not benefit as much.
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Expansion tanks
In general there is no need for any special maintenance of the expansion tanks. In case of
leakage there can be a need to add treated water to the system.
Radiators
The maintenance of the radiator units should be performed according to the manufacturers
instructions. However, in general the following applies:
Check the condition of the fan drive belts (if used)
Rotate the fan, either by hand or by running the unit for a while (with cover removed).
NOTE!
One manufacturer (Fincoil) suggests that the fans should be run for 3-4 hours
once a month. The reason for this long operation period was not given.
Heat exchangers
In general there is no need for any special maintenance of the heat exchangers. In case of
detected leakage there may be a need to open, inspect and repair the unit.
Cooling towers
The maintenance of the cooling tower units should be performed according to the
manufacturers instructions. However, in general the following applies:
Check the condition of the fan drive belts, drive shafts, gear boxes, etc. (if used)
Rotate the fan, either by hand or by running the unit for a while (with cover removed).
Circulation system
normally treated water (jacket water treatment or Ethylene Glycol) it would be sufficient to
perform the normal maintenance items described in General Maintenance above.
If the carbon steel pipe system is filled with treated water according to the specifications
given in 3.1.1 Shutdown procedure, the following should be performed:
1. Check the pressure in the system. It should be maintained at about 0.2 bar by the
expansion tank.
2. Check the water level in the expansion tank. Add more treated water if required. If it is
required, check the system for leaks.
3. Circulate the treated water in the system (at least once a month) with the extra
circulation pump installed and connected by hoses between the inlet and the outlet of the
system.
4. Let the water circulate for about 15 minutes, or sufficiently long to permit the pump to
transfer the total amount of water in the system at least once.
5. Take a sample of the treated water in the system.
6. Analyse the water to ensure that the water contain in excess of 150 ppm sodium sulphite
and a pH-value of 10-11. If not, add more treatment chemicals. 0.
NOTE!
If another type of treatment chemicals has been used, the water must be
analysed according to the manufacturers recommendations.
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NOTE!
This procedure does not cover all system design variations of the cooling system.
The main activities to perform when re-activating the cooling water system are described in
Section 2.5 Re-activation of genset after shutdown. Read these instructions as well as the
general information provided here.
In general the cooling water system would have been left as is as a part of the genset
shutdown procedure However, depending on the complexity of the system there can be
certain units/components that must be re-activated after a shutdown. These items will be
described in general terms below.
Expansion tanks
1. Check the expansion tanks to ensure that they are properly filled.
2. Add treated water if required. 0.
Radiators
Before attempting to start the engine, the following should be performed:
1. Remove the cover at the fan outlet, if installed during the shutdown procedure.
2. Check the external cleanliness of the radiator coils. Clean if necessary.
3. Activate the fan power supply.
4. Activate the temperature control system
5. Vent the radiator coils must be vented when the circulation system is in operation. If
automatic vent valves are installed, check their function.
6. Check the operation of the fan and the temperature control system when the radiators are
in operation. 0.
Heat exchangers
Generally there is no need to take any special precautions to re-activate the heat exchanger.
However, if it has been emptied during the shutdown procedure then it must be vented well
while the system if being refilled again.
Cooling towers
When re-activating the cooling tower, the actions to take depend on the actions taken when
preparing for the short-term shutdown.
Before attempting to start the engine (and thus needing to start the cooling tower), the
following should be performed:
1. Remove the cover at the fan outlet, if installed during the shutdown procedure.
2. Check the internal cleanliness of the cooling tower fill material. Flush it clean if
necessary.
3. Activate the fan power supply.
4. Activate the water circulation system. 0.
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NOTE!
If the system contains normally treated water (same treatment as used during
operation) then this system should be possible to start up as is. However, if
another type of water treatment has been applied, then it is necessary to follow
the instructions given under circulation system below.
When the cooling tower is in operation, check:
Operation of the fan
Water distribution system (spray bars)
Temperature control system
Circulation system
normally treated water (jacket water treatment or Ethylene Glycol) it would be sufficient to
simply start up the system as follows:
instructions.
2. Vent the circulation pump housing and also the suction strainer.
3. Check that the pumps shaft rotates freely.
6. Start the circulation system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
7. Check the pump carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise, vibrations,
leaks or overheated bearings). 0.
If the carbon steel pipe system is filled with treated water according to the specifications
given in 3.1.1 Shutdown procedure, the system must be drained and the treated water must
be properly disposed of if the circulation system is operated using raw water. Check the local
regulations to find out if the water can be pumped to the local waste water system.
CAUTION!
Water with a high alkalinity has to be neutralised before being pumped into the
public waste water system. If other treatment chemicals have been used, it is
necessary to find out at which concentration the chemical can be disposed of.
Dilute the treated water as necessary before pumping it to the public waste water
system. If necessary, flush the system with fresh water.
If the circulation system normally uses treated water (cooling tower circulation system), it
should be verified that the treated water can be used as is without causing damages to the
cooling tower internal piping and internal fill material. If it is suitable to use the water, it
may only be necessary to add other treatment chemicals (if required). If not, the system must
be drained and fresh, correctly treated water added.
1. Remove any blind-flanges installed.
2. Fill the system with circulation water while venting it at all high points to ensure that no
air remains entrapped in the system.
3. Remove the circulation pump and the hoses used to circulate the system during
shutdown only.
4. Close and plug the hose connection points. 0.
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The system can then be activated as described earlier in this section.
3.5 Combustion air systems

procedures.
The combustion air intake system is normally shut down when the engine is stopped, and is
normally left intact because the system is included in the routines established for the
shutdown of the genset.
NOTE!
The main item to take into consideration is the combustion air intake filtration unit.
This can vary from a simple filter installed directly onto the turbocharger to bag
filters and more sophisticated automatic oil bath filtration units.
The combustion air intake system may depending on the ambient conditions be a complex
installation, and can include a heating system for cold climates, sand traps and other
equipment necessary to cope with the various climatic conditions that can exist at site.
NOTE!
This procedure does not cover all system design variations of the combustion air
intake system.

The combustion air system inlet must be covered to protect the engine from humidity. These
covers must remain in place until the engine is re-activated.
CAUTION!
If the combustion air inlet is covered, it is necessary to ensure that a note with the
following (or similar) text is placed at a conspicuous place on the engine.
Combustion air inlet sealed. The protective sealing must be removed before
attempting to start engine! If possible, also list where the cover has been placed
and with other information about what actions to take before activating the
engine.
The following should be taken into consideration:
If the turbocharger takes the air straight from the engine room it is sufficient to seal the
air intake on the turbocharger to prevent the filter become contaminated (e.g. from dust)
and that humid air enter the engine.
With an external air intake filtration unit it may be necessary to remove the filters (prefilter or bag filter) and store them separately while sealing the intake to prevent humidity
from entering the engine.
With an automatic oil bath filtration unit it will be sufficient to seal the air intake
upstream of the filter screens. These both protect the filter screens from dust or other
contamination as well as preventing humidity from entering the engine.
NOTE!
For the same reasons it is important to close and seal any access doors or
hatches in the air intake system.
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CAUTION!
Ensure that the combustion air inlet silencer is properly drained and that no
condensate or free water is present in the combustion air intake system. The
silencer drain valve shall remain closed during the shutdown period and only be
opened to check that the silencer is free of condensate.

The supervision of the combustion air systems depends on components used in the system
(mainly the air intake filter). In general, the supervision routines given for the genset will
suffice. The information below is given for guidance only:
1. Check all covers and sealing to ensure that they are intact.
2. Open the drain valve on the air intake silencer. If condensate/water is discharged this
should be investigated and the fault corrected.
3. Check the corrosion protection where applied.
4. Any other unusual condition noticed during the inspection. 0.

General maintenance
The maintenance performed on the combustion air intake system during the shutdown period
is mainly performed to prevent corrosion damage and to ensure that no humidity enter the
engine.
Inspect all ducting, pipe systems and equipment for signs of corrosion. This is particularly
important for items/components exposed to the environment without sufficient protection.
With an automatic oil bath filtration unit it will be necessary to operate the filter screen drive
motor. It is recommended to operate it long enough to permit the filter screen to rotate one
complete turn to clean the screens and to give a new coat of Viscosine.
After having rotated the screens, check the Viscosine tank and remove any contamination
that may have collected at the bottom.

When re-activating the combustion air intake system it is important to ensure that all covers
placed on the inlets are removed. These should be identified on the shutdown checklist and
also on the caution tag placed on the engine control panel.
It the turbocharger takes the air straight from the engine room, it is sufficient to remove
the cover placed on the air intake on the turbocharger.
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With an external air intake filtration unit it is necessary to re-install the filters (pre-filter
or bag filter) if they have been removed. Also remove any covering that has been
installed to protect the filter air intake and the engine.
With an automatic oil bath filtration unit it is necessary to remove all covers placed on
the air intake upstream of the filter screens.
NOTE!
It is important to start the rotation device and to ensure that it has been able to
rotate all filter-screens at least one full turn to ensure that the filters has been
cleaned in the oil bath and given a coating of Viscosine.
Also check that the oil level in the oil bath is sufficient. If not, add more oil.
Drain out any condensate accumulated in the air intake silencer and then close the valve.
3.6 Exhaust gas systems

procedures.
The exhaust system is generally fairly simple (disregarding the emission control items that
are covered in Section 5 Emission control systems) and consists mainly of the exhaust gas
silencer and the stack. Sometimes by-pass systems can be installed to help divert the exhaust
gasses for heat recovery purposes.
Also note that the exhaust gasses can be used in industrial applications to produce CO2
(greenhouse, bottling plants, etc.), and can be used in combination with air to dry industrial
products. These applications are not covered in this document.
CAUTION!
The information given here is for the exhaust gas system only. This system may
contain other units (heat recovery units, emission control units, etc.) these are not
covered here, but if installed are covered in separate sections.
The exhaust gas system is normally shut down when the engine is stopped, and is normally
left intact. This as the system is included in the routines established for the shutdown of the
genset.
The following items should be taken into consideration:
If possible, the exhaust outlet should be covered to prevent that rainwater and humidity
enter the exhaust system.
CAUTION!
If the exhaust outlet is covered, it is necessary to ensure that a note with the
following (or similar) text is placed at a conspicuous place on the engine.
Exhaust outlet covered. The cover must be removed before attempting to start
the engine!
Open the drain valve at the exhaust silencer so that the exhaust gas silencer is properly
drained and that no condensate or free water is present in the exhaust gas system. The
silencer drain valve shall remain closed during the shutdown period and only be opened
to check that the silencer is free of condensate.
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It is recommended to open the soot collection box and remove any soot present to
prevent corrosion if any water should enter the exhaust system.
Other units that may be installed in the exhaust gas system, and that may have to be
covered in this section, are by-pass valves or isolation valves with sealing air supply.
These should all be de-activated and shutdown according to the manufacturers instructions.

The supervision of the exhaust gas systems depends on components used in the system. In
general, the supervision routines given for the genset will suffice. The information below is
given for guidance only:
Check all covers and sealing to ensure that they are intact.
Open the drain valve on the exhaust silencer. If condensate/water is discharged this
should be investigated and the fault corrected.
Check the corrosion protection where applied.

General maintenance
The maintenance performed on the exhaust gas system during the shutdown period is mainly
done to prevent corrosion damage and to ensure that no humidity enters the engine.
Inspect all ducting, pipe systems and installed equipment for signs of corrosion. This is
particularly important for items/components exposed to the environment without sufficient
protection.
If any by-pass/isolation valves are installed, they should be activated at least once every
month and preferably once a week. Operate the valve from fully open to fully closed and
then back to fully open.
If these valves are equipped with sealing air fans, the fan motors should be turned 10-15
turns once a month (or preferably weekly) to ensure that the bearings are greased and given a
new resting point.
Any other equipment installed in the system should be given the maintenance recommended
by the manufacturer.
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When re-activating the exhaust gas system it is important to ensure that the cover placed on
the outlet is removed. The installation of the cover should be recorded on the shutdown
checklist and also on the caution tag placed on the engine control panel.
Remove the cover (if installed) on the exhaust outlet.
Drain out any condensate accumulated in the exhaust silencer and then close the valve.
Check the soot-box (if installed) for soot accumulation. Clean if necessary.
3.7 Waste treatment systems

The waste treatment systems installed at a plant can vary from just about nothing to very
comprehensive and complex systems. It is therefore essential to carefully study the system
before deciding on the proper procedures for de-activating the system for a short-term
shutdown.
If fuel, lube oil or other hazardous liquids are stored at site during the shutdown period, it is
recommended to have the waste collection system in operation during the whole period.
Some items can be de-activated, but which item to select for de-activation must be a decision
taken by the local operators of the plant.

The following items should be taken into consideration when developing the procedures for
preservation:
Drain pits (oily water, oil overflow pits, rain water drain pits, etc.)
As part of the shutdown procedure all drain pits should be cleaned and the oily water
collection system should be flushed clean also. If the oil tanks in the tank yard are empty
then it would be possible let the valves to the rain water drain remain open.
NOTE!
If the drain pit is installed in an area where there are tanks containing oil or other
environmentally hazardous substances, it will be important to maintain the drain
pit and the oily water collection system in operation during the shutdown.
Oily water transfer pumps

The oily water transfer pumps are normally air-driven diaphragm pumps. The pump section
should be flushed clean, and the air distribution mechanism should be well-oiled to protect it
from corrosion.
NOTE!
If the oily water transfer pump shall remain in operation, the compressed air
system supplying the air to the unit must remain in operation also.
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Oil skimmer units

The oil skimmer units can be of several different designs, and they can contain moving parts
(rotating screens, etc.) Refer to the manufacturers instruction regarding shutdown
procedures.
In general it is important to clean the unit to prevent that any oily sludge solidifies and clog
up the working mechanisms/pipe systems of the unit.
Moving parts should be greased/oiled and the unit should be protected from corrosion on
parts exposed to the environment.
NOTE!
If the oily water collection system shall remain in operation, the oil skimmer units
should remain in operation also or remain ready to start should they be required.
Oily water tanks/sludge tanks

The shutdown procedures for the tanks depend entirely on the system in which they are
installed. Normally the contents of the drain pits are transferred into the oily water tank and
the sludge are transferred directly to the sludge tank. The sludge is collected at the bottom of
the oily water tank, or transferred from HFO and LFO separators sludge tanks as well as
from the sludge separator unit and from the oily water treatment unit.
NOTE!
If the oily water collection system shall remain in operation, the oily water
collection tank should remain in operation, ready to receive any oily water
transferred to it.
The following procedure is recommended when shutting down the sludge tank:
1. Empty the sludge tank as far as possible before shutting down the heating of the tank.
The tank should also be cleaned internally to prevent the sludge from solidifying,
preventing it from being removed once the tank is put back into operation.
This tank is normally heated, and the heating system should be de-activated as part of the
steam consumer system.
2. Close and lock all outlet valves on the sludge tank to prevent spill if a valve downstream
is accidentally opened.
3. The discharge pipe system should be drained during the shutdown period. For heavy
sludge that requires heating to be transferable it would be recommended to empty the
system by forcing a pig through the pipes. 0.
Sludge pumps
The sludge pumps can be installed for different service, and can be used to transfer sludge,
collected at the bottom of the oily water collection tank, to the sludge tank. This type of
pump can also be used to transfer the sludge from the separator sludge tanks, the sludge
separator unit and the oily water treatment unit. It can also be used as an unloading pump
transferring the sludge to a tanker truck for disposal off-site.
For electrically driven pumps the following procedure is recommended:
1. Disconnect the power supply to the transfer pump unit(s).
2. If the power supply is accessible, that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is
recommended to also lock the breaker in OFF position. 0.
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NOTE!
The sludge pump can also be an air-driven diaphragm pump similar to the oily
water transfer pump. For the latter the same shutdown procedure as for the oily
water transfer pump can be used.
Sludge separator units

The sludge separator units do not generally need any special treatment for a short-term
shutdown not exceeding three months. However, refer to the manufacturers instructions for
information (Alfa Laval does not require any special precautions if the shutdown period is
less than six months).
1. Empty the oily water collection tank as far as possible before shutting down the sludge
separator.
The sludge separator should be left in operation to permit the contents of the oily water
collection tank to be treated and the sludge transferred to the sludge tank. Then the separator
can be shutdown and the heater deactivated.
2. Disconnect the power supply to the separator unit(s). If the power supply is accessible,
OFF position.
3. The separator unit must be cleaned internally as well as externally and oiled to prevent
corrosion.
NOTE!
If the separator units are exposed to vibrations (e.g. heavy traffic.) it is
wooden boards and protected against corrosion. Also the separator spindle
requires corrosion protection if the bowl is removed.
4. Also the trace heating (if installed) on piping containing sludge is normally deactivated
during a shutdown. 0.
Sludge treatment units

If the oily water collection tank is empty, the sludge treatment unit can also be shutdown.
The correct procedure depends entirely on the type of unit installed. Refer to the
manufacturers instructions for information.
1. Empty the oily water collection tank as far as possible before shutting down the sludge
treatment unit.
2. The sludge treatment unit should be left in operation to permit the contents of the oily
water collection tank to be treated.
NOTE!
If the oily water collection system remains in operation, the sludge treatment units
should remain in operation also or remain ready to start should it be required.
3. Transfer the contents of the sludge collection tank to the main sludge tank.
4. Disconnect the power supply to the sludge treatment unit(s). If the power supply is
5. The sludge treatment unit should be cleaned and thoroughly flushed internally with
clean water. Add treatment chemicals if required and as instructed by the manufacturer.
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Incinerator units
If the sludge tank is empty, the incinerator unit can also be shutdown. The correct procedure
depends entirely on the type of unit installed. Refer to the manufacturers instructions for
information.
1. Empty the sludge tank as far as possible before shutting down the incinerator unit.
The incinerator should be left in operation to permit the contents of the sludge tank to be
incinerated.
2. Disconnect the power supply to the sludge treatment unit(s). If the power supply is
accessible, that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is recommended to lock also the
3. The incinerator should be cleaned internally. Add treatment chemicals if required and as
instructed by the manufacturer to protect the fireplace during the shutdown period.
4. It is also recommended to cover the exhaust outlet and perhaps seal the combustion air
inlet. If there is a possibility that the humidity causes corrosion on the internal areas it
would be recommended to place bags of desiccant in the fireplace.
CAUTION!
If the instructions above have been followed, it is important to place a caution
note on the control panel stating that the fireplace contains desiccant and that the
exhaust outlet has been covered. These items must be removed before starting
up the unit again.
Others
Also other types of waste treatment/handling equipment may be available at site: waste
compactors, used oil filter crusher/cleaner, hazardous waste handling units, composting
units, etc. For information about these types of units, refer to the manufacturers instructions.

The supervision of the waste treatment systems depends on the complexity of the systems
and the equipment installed to treat the waste generated at the plant. In general the items
below should be taken into consideration for all systems.
General supervision
Check:
shafts, etc.)
The supervision required depend on the units/components that need to be taken care of also
for a short-term shutdown. These items will be described in general terms below.
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Drain pits
The main item to check is if the drain pit shows signs of having accumulated any oil. If it
has, the source of the oil must be identified and remedied as soon as possible.
Also check the drain pits for accumulation of water. Drain out any water collected.

The instructions given in General supervision above are normally sufficient.
NOTE!
For units in operation the normal operation supervision routines apply.
Oil skimmer units

The instructions given in General supervision above are normally sufficient.
NOTE!
NOTE!
Check the contents of the oily water storage tanks and the sludge tank. If the tanks are
equipped with a mechanical level indicator it should also be checked regularly.
NOTE!
It would be advisable to put a removable mark at the level where the system was
shut down. This is a simpler way to keep track of level changes than taking a
reading and comparing this to reading made previously.
Drain out a sample to check if the tank contains water. Any water present should be drained
out as it might permit biological contamination to propagate in the tank.
For the sludge pumps, sludge separator units, sludge treatment units and the incinerator units
the instructions given in General supervision above are normally sufficient.
NOTE!
For units in operation the normal operation supervision routines would apply.
For the incinerator units the instructions given in General supervision above are normally
sufficient.
NOTE!
If desiccant has been placed in the fireplace then this should be checked to
ensure that it is still active. Also check the cover on the exhaust outlet to ensure
that it remains in place and performs as intended.
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The maintenance on the waste treatment system during the shutdown period is mainly
protection. It is often parts of shafts that are exposed. If possible they should be
protected by applying a soft corrosion protection, such as ordinary grease, Dinitrol or
similar.
CAUTION!
valves and ball valves do not benefit as much. 0.
NOTE!
If desiccant has been placed in the fireplace then this should be checked to
ensure that it is still active. Replace or recondition desiccant that has become
saturated with humidity.

The waste treatment system needs only be re-activated as required, and part of the oily water
collection system may have been left in operation during the shutdown period. This must be
checked and the system should be re-activated as required and specified on the records made
during the shutdown process.
In general, the following should be taken into consideration.
Drain pits
Drain pits should be re-activated as soon as the tanks are filled with oil, or as soon as there is
a possibility that oil might leak into the drain pit. To fulfil its function the outlet valve
towards the rainwater drain shall be shut and the outlet towards the oily water collection
system opened, and the oily water transfer system activated.
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NOTE!
The oily water transfer pumps need to be activated as soon as there is a
possibility for oily water to enter the drain pit at which it is installed.
The oily water transfer pumps are normally air-driven diaphragm pumps, and these should
be activated as follows:
instructions.
3. Activate the compressed air supply and start the pump to ensure that it is operating
properly.
4. Check the pump carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise or leaks).
5. Check that the control system functions properly starting the pump at high level and
stopping it at low level. 0.
Oil skimmer units

The oil skimmer units need also to be activated whenever there is a possibility that oily water
may have entered the units (during shutdown or when re-activating the plant). There are
several types of oil skimmer units, and the activation procedure should be performed
according to the manufacturers instruction.
NOTE!
For most oil skimmer units it is important to ensure that they are filled with clean
water. This is often necessary for the oil separation process to function as
designed.

The oily water tank shall be re-activated as soon as there is a risk that oily water may be
collected in the drain pits and when the oily water transfer pumps are activated.
Open valves according to the list of manual valves available in the operating
instructions.
Activate the power supply to the control system.
NOTE!
If a tank heating system is installed, also this should be activated. However, it
would be recommended to wait activating the heating system until the heating
coils and the control thermostat is covered by oily water in the tank.
The sludge tank need to be re-activated first when there is a need to transfer sludge to the
tank (when the sludge transfer pumps, the sludge separator unit or the sludge treatment unit
are activated).
Open valves according to the list of manual valves available in the operating
instructions.
Activate the power supply to the control system.
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NOTE!
If a tank heating system is installed, it should also be activated. However, it is
recommended to wait until the heating coils and the control thermostat is covered
by the contents of the tank.
Sludge pumps
NOTE!
The sludge pumps should be activated first when the tank containing sludge is
ready to be emptied.
instructions.
2. Vent the pumps housing and also the suction strainer with liquid. If it is a rotary pump,
such as Mono-pump, then it is not permitted to run dry. An air-driven diaphragm
pump does not need venting.
3. Activate the trace heating system (if installed).
4. Check that the rotary sludge pumps shaft rotates freely.
7. Start the sludge transfer pump system according to the instructions in the operating
manual.
9. Check that the control system function properly starting the pump at high level and
stopping it at low level. 0.
NOTE!
Some sludge pump installations are also equipped with a pressure switch
(normally in the outlet) installed to prevent the pump to run dry for any prolonged
period of time which would destroy the pump.
Sludge separator units
NOTE!
1. Activate the tank heating system (separator sludge tank).

2. Activate the trace heating (if installed) of the system and all units installed.
instructions.
operation manual.
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7. Vent the separator heater, and activate the heater when filled with sludge to be treated.
Sludge treatment units
NOTE!
The sludge treatment unit should be activated first when the tank containing oily
water has collected enough oily water to make a start of the system economical.
As the sludge treatment units can be of different designs, it is important to refer to
the manufacturers instructions for information when re-activating the unit. The
information below is given as general information only.
1. Activate the trace heating (if installed) of the system and the sludge treatment unit
installed.
instructions.
3. Vent the sludge feeder pump housing and the suction strainer.
5. Activate the power supply and start the sludge treatment unit according the instructions
in the operation manual.
6. Check the treatment unit carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise,
vibrations, leaks or overheated bearings).
Incinerator units
NOTE!
The incinerator unit should be activated when enough sludge has accumulated to
make a start of the unit economical. As the incinerator units can be of different
designs, it is essential to refer to the manufacturers instructions for information
when re-activating the unit. The information below is given as general information
only.
1. Activate the trace heating (if installed).

instructions.
3. Vent the sludge feeder pump housing and the suction strainer.
4. Remove the cover on the exhaust outlet (if installed) and also remove any desiccant in
the fireplace (if used).
6. Activate the fuel supply system
7. Activate the power supply and start the incinerator unit according the instructions in the
operation manual.
8. Check the unit carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise, vibrations,
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3.8 Water treatment systems

The water treatment systems installed at a power plant can vary from a simple connection to
the public water supply provider to very comprehensive and complex systems. The water
treatment system normally also include:
Water supply system
Water storage system (industrial water tank)
Treatment system.
NOTE!
The fire water system is normally included in the information supplied as civil
documentation as it is not considered part of the power plant but part of the
building services.
NOTE!
If the plant is manned during the shutdown period, it is not unusual that the water
treatment system is kept in operation to provide potable and sanitary water to the
personnel remaining at site. What parts of the system to shut down and what
parts to keep in operation is up to the local operators to decide.
The following items should be taken into consideration when developing the procedures for
preservation.
Water supply system and units

The water supply system can be anything from deep-well pumps to a simple connection from
the public utility. The water may also be delivered by truck to the plant and the supply
system would probably include an unloading system as well.
For a short-term shutdown the water supply system would probably be left in operation.
However, if the plant is left without personnel, equipment such as deep-well pumps and
unloading pumps would be shutdown and deactivated.
If the water is provided from a public utility, it would be advised to take a reading of the
water meter and also to close the main inlet valve. The latter gives some protection if a leak
is developed on the fresh water system within the plant.
Water tanks
Water tanks include:
Main industrial water storage tank
Treated water storage tank
Potable water storage tank
Any special tank for reclaimed water to be used for sanitary purposes only.
For a short-term shutdown period there is normally no need for any special precautions. The
tanks can be left as is with the water remaining in the tank.
However, if the fresh water supply systems are shutdown, all outlet valves should be closed
as well to prevent loss of water if any downstream valves are accidentally opened or if a leak
is developed.
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NOTE!
Tanks where the contents are exposed to sunlight (open tanks, see-through
plastic tanks, etc.) may need to have the water treated to prevent biological
growth.
Water filtration units

The water filtration units normally remain in operation. However, to prepare the filter unit it
is recommended to thoroughly flush it trough (back-flushing) and leave it full of fresh water
preferably treated with a safe biocide to prevent bacterial growth. This is especially
important for filtration units used in a potable water supply system.
Water sanitation unit

The water sanitation units installed at a power plant can vary from simple septic tanks to
very comprehensive and complex systems.
CAUTION!
For full information about the sanitation unit installed, refer to the manufacturers
information for instructions.
Generally this type of units should remain in operation as long as personnel remain at site.
For a short-term shutdown it would be sufficient to ensure that the unit remains filled with
liquid to prevent it from drying out and thus cease to operate as intended. This is important
also for the simple septic tank and also this type of units should remain filled with water.
Water treatment units

The water treatment units are in this document described under one heading, but they may
consist of units of completely different design and functions, such as ion exchange units
(water softener), polisher and reverse osmosis (RO) units.
CAUTION!
For full information about the water treatment units installed, refer to the
manufacturers information for instructions.
Generally this type of units should remain in operation as long as treated water is required
for use at site.
For a short-term shutdown it is sufficient to ensure that the unit is shutdown according to
instructions in the operating manual. Normally these types of units would remain filled with
fresh water preferably treated with a safe biocide to prevent bacterial growth to prevent the
internal components from drying out. This is especially important for units used in a potable
water supply system.
CAUTION!
Do not treat water that will be introduced into the reverse osmosis unit with
chlorine. This could damage the membranes. Refer to the manufacturers
instructions for information about correct treatment.
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Circulation/transfer pump units

If any electrically driven circulation/transfer pumps are used in the water treatment system,
the following should be taken into consideration:
Disconnect the power supply to the pump unit(s).
If the power supply is accessible, that is, not installed in a lockable area, it is
recommended to also lock the breaker in OFF position.
Hydrophore units
The hydrophore units are normally left in operation as long as personnel remain at site.
However, if it is desirable to shut down the unit the following should be taken into
consideration:
Shut down the unit according to the instructions in the operating manual.
Close inlet- and outlet valves.
NOTE!
The unit may be left full of fresh water preferably treated with a safe biocide to
prevent bacterial growth. This is especially important for units used in a potable
Disconnect the power supply to the pump unit(s).
Other
Other units, such as sterilising units, that may be installed in the potable water system may
also require special considerations when preparing the plant for a short-term shutdown.
These units may be simple UV-sterilisation units where the only activity needed would be to
shut down the power supply, to more advanced units that automatically add treatment
chemicals into the potable water supply.
CAUTION!
For more complete instructions regarding this type of units, refer to the
manufacturers manuals.

The supervision of the water treatment systems depends on the complexity of the systems
and the equipment installed to treat the fresh water used at the plant. In general the items
below should be taken into consideration for all systems.
General supervision
Check:
shafts, etc.)
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The supervision required depend on the units/components that need to be taken care of also
for a short-term shutdown. For information about these items, refer to the manufacturers
instructions.

The maintenance of the water treatment system during the shutdown period is mainly
similar.
CAUTION!
valves and ball valves may not benefit as much.
4. If treatment chemicals have been added to systems and/or units, the concentration
should be checked and more chemicals added should this be required.
5. If the system remains active during shutdown, it would be important to flush the system
at least once a month. Open faucets and check the water for signs of corrosion. Also
flush toilets and pour water into the drains in unused areas (to renew the water lock and
prevent foul smell). 0.

With personnel in attendance during the shutdown, the water treatment system should
probably be left in operation. However, parts of the system can be shutdown and only the
fresh water/sanitary water system is left in use.
The information about the activities required for a re-activation should be listed on the
records prepared during the shutdown. In general, the following should be taken into
consideration.
Water supply system and units

If the water supply system has been de-activated during the shutdown period, it would be
recommended to open a connection close to the flow meter (if used) or close the power plant
1. Activate the water supply system according to the operating instructions, and flush the
system until clear water exits at the opened connection.
2. Shut down the water supply system and close the connection.
3. Proceed to activate the water treatment system. 0.
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Water tanks
If the tanks have been left containing water during the shutdown period, it would be
advisable to investigate the water supply to find out the level of contamination.
Flush out a sample from the drain valve and check the appearance. Drain out discoloured
water and any mud/sludge present.
CAUTION!
Potable water and any water treated to be used as process water (e.g. boiler
feedwater) must be analysed to ensure that it fulfils the water quality
requirements. If not suitable for its intended use, it should be transferred into the
industrial water tank before new water is added into the potable/treated water
tanks.
Water filtration units

With the water supply system pressurised, the filtration units can be activated:
instructions.
2. Activate the power supply to the control system (if installed).
3. Activate the filtration unit according the instructions in the operation manual.
4. Check the filtration unit carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (perform a backflushing cycle before opening the water discharge valve).
Water sanitation unit
CAUTION!
For full information about the sanitation unit installed, refer to the manufacturers
information for instructions. Generally this type of units would remain in operation
as long as personnel remain at site.
If the unit has been out of service during the shutdown period but filled with liquid to
prevent it from drying out it would be necessary to add a biological treatment starter pack to
enable the biological breakdown of the sanitary waste to start when re-activating the plant.
This is important also for the simple septic tank and also this type of units should have
remained filled with water and should also have starter pack added when taken into use
again.
The actions to take when re-activating the unit depends on the type and model installed.
Refer to the manufacturers instruction for information. The information below is supplied as
general information only:
instructions.
2. Vent the feeder pump housing and the suction strainer (if installed).
3. Fill the unit with water while adding the biological treatment starter.
4. Add treatment chemicals to the dosing units (if used and installed).
6. Activate the power supply and start the sanitation unit according the instructions in the
operation manual.
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7. Check the unit carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise, vibrations,
leaks or overheated bearings in rotating equipment, etc.).
Water treatment units

When the water supply system is pressurised the water treatment units can be activated. The
actions to take when re-activating the units depend on the types and models installed. Refer
to the manufacturers instruction for information. The information below is supplied as
general information only:
instructions.
2. Vent the units to ensure that they are filled with water.
3. Add treatment chemicals to the dosing units (if used and installed).
5. Activate the power supply and start the unit(s) according the instructions in the
operation manual.
6. Check the unit(s) carefully to ensure that it is operating properly (no noise, vibrations,
leaks or overheated bearings in rotating equipment, etc.).
Circulation/transfer pump units

If a circulation or transfer pump has been installed in the water treatment systems, the
following actions should be considered:
instructions.
2. Vent the pump housing and also the suction strainer to ensure it is filled with liquid. The
pumps are not normally permitted to run dry.
6. Start the pump circulation/transfer system according to the instructions in the operating
manual.
8. Check that the control system function properly (starting/stopping the pump as
required). 0.
Hydrophore units
If the hydrophore unit has been de-activated during the shutdown period, the following
actions should be considered when reactivating it:
1. If the unit was shutdown filled with treated water this should be drained out before
activating the unit. Open the drain valve at the bottom as well as the air vent valve at the
top of the tank. Close both valves.
instructions. However, the main outlet valve should remain closed.
3. Check that the pumps are vented and that both the pumps and the suction piping are
filled with water.
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CAUTION!
The pumps must not run dry.
5. Start the hydrophore pumps according to the instructions in the operating manual.
7. Check that the control system function properly (starting/stopping the pump as
required).
8. When the pump has filled the tank, open the main outlet valve slowly. 0.
Other
Other units, such as sterilising units, that can be installed in the potable water system may
also require special considerations when re-activating the units after a shutdown.
A simple UV-sterilisation unit needs to be flushed with clean water, and then the power
supply activated.
CAUTION!
If other type of units are installed, refer to the more complete instructions
provided in the manufacturers manuals.
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4. Heat recovery systems

The heat recovery system can be viewed as a plant in itself, and is often both complex and
sophisticated. There are therefore many items that must be taken into consideration when
preserving equipment included in this system.
The heat recovery system may not only produce steam for external consumers or own
consumption, it can be used also to produce hot water for district heating or process system,
hot oil for process system and even hot air for drying purposes.
There may also be combination systems, where both steam and hot process fluid (oil or
water) is produced.
It is also possible that the steam is produced in two different systems one with a high steam
pressure utilised to produce electricity in a steam turbine or used to drive turbine pumps and
another low pressure steam system where the steam is used for process/district heating
purposes.
In the operating manuals, the heat recovery system is normally divided into
Steam generation system and
Steam consumer system.
The steam generation system includes the actual heat recovery boilers as well as the fired
boilers, while the steam consumer system includes both the internal consumption of steam as
well as the steam supplied to external consumers.
External customers can include also a steam turbine installed to produce electricity
(Combined Cycle Plants) or to run pumps or simply supplied to customers that may use it for
process heating.
This section is mainly written to inform about the complexity that a heat recovery system
may present for anyone facing the task of preserving such a plant. It is not easy to describe in
general terms and each system will probably need to have special instructions and
procedures if the plant needs to be deactivated for any prolonged period of time.
NOTE!
The instructions given in this section must be viewed as general information only.
4.1 Steam generation system

Heat recovery systems, using steam as the media to transfer the recovered heat to the
consumers, can be quite complex and includes auxiliary systems that also must be taken into
consideration.
The auxiliary systems can include condensate retrieval/treatment system, feedwater and
make-up water system, steam condensation system, etc. All these need to be taken into
consideration when preparing the plant for preservation.
In general, the following units (if installed) should be taken into consideration when
developing the shutdown procedures for the plant:
Steam boiler can be of smoke tube or water pipe type, and both require different
approaches when preparing the unit for shutdown. It is therefore essential to follow the
specific instructions given by the original equipment manufacturer.
Fired boiler can be of different design, and it is necessary to include the fuel supply
system and the firing equipment in the shutdown procedures. It is therefore essential to
follow the specific instructions given by the original equipment manufacturers both for
the boiler and the firing equipment.
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Pressure reducing units are regulating valves adding water to reduce the pressure that
provides low pressure steam for use in other applications, such as condensing units to
transfer the heat to a district heating system.
Steam drum is used in system where several heat recovery units are installed in the
engines exhaust system. The heat recovery unit is then a simple heat exchanger with its
own circulation system. The steam is separated when the circulation water enters the
steam drum from where the steam is distributed to the consumers.
Circulation pumps transfer the hot water from the steam drum to the heat exchanger
installed in the exhaust system.
Condensing units are heat exchangers installed to transfer the heat in the steam to
another media used in a process which also can be a district heating system. It can also
be a simple radiator system used to discharge excess steam production to the
atmosphere.
Condensate pumps are used to transfer condensate from the various collection points and
transfer it to the deaeration tank. These pumps can be of different design and also here it
is important to follow the instructions given by the original equipment manufacturers.
Deaeration/feedwater tank may also be of different design and the manufacturers

instructions must be followed also for these types of units. The units may also be
equipped with armatures and instrumentation that need special considerations.
Make-up water equipment. Make-up water is added to the feedwater to make-up for
steam losses. The make-up water is normally supplied from the water treatment system,
but it can have additional treatment units installed that are special for the boiler
feedwater system.
Feedwater pumps are high pressure pumps designed to be able to transfer hot feedwater
into the boiler at the normal working pressure.
Economiser units are installed to pre-heat the feedwater before it enters the boiler unit.
This can be a heat exchanger installed in the exhaust system downstream of the heat
recovery unit. It can also be a heat exchanger recovering heat from other systems, such
as the HT cooling system.
NOTE!
This procedure does not cover all system design variations of the steam
generation system. In general it can be said that the system is shutdown as a
part of the genset shutdown procedure. However, there are major
units/components that need to be taken care of also for a short-term shutdown.
These items will be described in general terms below.
Steam boiler units
CAUTION!
The material selected for the boiler water system shall withstand the demanding
operational conditions. These materials may therefore be exposed to a higher
corrosion risk during standstill than during normal operation. A boiler that has
been taken out of operation for a shorter or longer period of time may therefore
sustain severe corrosion damage in the water and the flue gas circuits alike
during the standstill period. Taking appropriate measures to prepare the boiler
can reduce the risk for corrosion during standstill. The boiler should also be
inspected at regular intervals with a view to reduce the risk of corrosion on the
internal surfaces.
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These measures influence also the plant's availability and its economic and useful life. The
boiler must therefore be kept clean and as dry as possible. All external surfaces must be
protected against corrosion caused by leaking valves and flanges.
An appropriate preservation of the boiler constitutes the best protection against corrosion
damage, otherwise likely to develop during a longer standstill period.
There are several methods of preserving a boiler, and the more common ones are listed
below:
Wet preservation
Wet preservation using Nitrogen
Dry preservation
Preservation using Volatile or Vaporised Corrosion Inhibitors (VCI)
For short-term shutdowns, the wet lay-up, or alternatively nitrogen preservation, will be
suitable or even preferable, as it will be possible to start up the boiler faster than is the case
with dry lay-ups.
Wet lay-up of the boiler requires fewer preparations, the boiler may rapidly be put back into
service, and the protection of the boilers water side is sufficient. This method can safely be
used during shorter and frost-free shutdown periods.
NOTE!
Refer to the original equipment manufacturers instruction for information. The
instructions given below must be regarded as general information only.
Water side
1. Unload and shutdown the genset.
2. Close the main steam outlet valve.
3. Let the boiler cool down until the boiler water has decreased enough to permit it to be
discharged into the public waste water system.
4. When the boiler pressure has decreased to about 1 bar, cautiously open the drain valves.
All boiler water must be drained out.
5. At about 0.5 bar pressure the vent valve should be opened to prevent a vacuum to be
created in the boiler, which could prevent the boiler water from draining out as required.
6. Open the manholes and other inspection covers and inspect the waterside carefully. In
case any sludge, scale or other deposits are found, proceed to clean the boiler as
described in the manufacturers instructions.
7. Close the drain valves. The air valve should remain open.
8. Fill the boiler completely with softened water treated with 0.5 litre of a 30% solution of
sodium hydroxide (or sodium carbonate) and 200 gram of sodium sulphite per cubic
metre (m3) of water. 0.
NOTE!
These are the same chemicals that are used for the treatment of the boiler water
and should therefore be easy to obtain especially if the plant includes a heat
recovery system. Also other corrosion inhibitors can be used but often at a
greater cost. Consult your chemical supplier for information about chemicals
suitable for the treatment of boiler water during shutdown.
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1. Analyse the water to ensure that the water contains more than 150 ppm sodium sulphite
and a pH-value of 10-11. If not, add more treatment chemicals.
2. Vent the boiler system continuously while adding the treated water. Close all vent valves
when the system is full.
3. Maintain a slight pressure (about 0.2 bar) in the boiler during the shutdown period. By
installing a small expansion tank at a high point in the system, this can easily be
achieved. 0.
Nitrogen preservation
The nitrogen preservation method is similar to the ordinary wet lay-up. However, instead of
draining and filling the boiler completely with treated water, some of the steam drum is filled
with nitrogen through a pressure-regulating valve. The pressure-regulating valve will provide
the boiler system with the correct amount of nitrogen during the cooling down period and
will also maintain the required pressure of 0.2 bar in the boiler during the shutdown period.
When re-activating the boiler again, the supply of nitrogen must be shut off and the boiler
can be put into operation according to the normal start-up procedures.
The nitrogen trapped inside the boiler evaporates into the steam system without causing any
problems.
Flue gas circuit

Soot deposits in the smoke tubes and in other areas exposed to the flue gases must be
removed as they are likely to cause corrosion when absorbing humidity from the air,
especially if the engines are operating on sulphurous fuels.
It is therefore important that all surfaces in the flue gas circuit are as clean and dry as
possible under the given conditions.
As described under the shutdown procedures for the genset, the flue gas outlet should be
covered up when the engine and exhaust gas boiler is shut down.
Soot-control devises (soot-blowers)

The soot-control devices can be of several different designs, and the shutdown procedures
recommended by the original equipment manufacturer must be followed. The systems can
rely on the injection of steam or water, as well as the injection of compressed air. Also ultrasonic methods can be used to remove the soot from the boilers flue gas side.
The following general recommendations should be taken into consideration:
Deactivate and lock/disconnect any power supply used for the soot-control devise
(electrical, steam, compressed air, water, etc.).
Apply suitable corrosion protection to any exposed parts (gears, shafts,

steam/water/compressed air injection lances, etc.).
Prepare any mechanical device to enable the operators to move it manually to prevent
the devices from seizing up.
Fired boiler
The fired boiler requires basically the same preservation procedures as earlier given for the
steam boiler.
The main difference between the fired boiler and the steam boiler is the treatment of the fuel
supply system and the firing unit. For full information about the recommended procedures
for these units, refer to the original equipment suppliers instructions.
The flue gas side

The preservation of the flue gas sides is normally carried out by having the flue gas circuit
thoroughly cleaned while the boiler is still warm, and by keeping the boilers flue gas side
completely dry during the shutdown period.
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1. Remove all loose deposits in the fireplace and the flue gas circuit. Use a rotating brush
and a vacuum cleaner.
2. Soak/soften all surfaces covered with hard deposits. The softening and subsequent
washing out should be done using alkaline or basic water. 0.
NOTE!
Hard deposits that cannot be removed after softening and washing out are to be
removed with mechanical cleaning equipment. When firing fuel oil, such deposits
are normally vanadium coatings that tend to build up at the entrance to the first
smoke tube pass of the boiler.
CAUTION!
If the furnace is provided with refractory lining this can become wet during the
soaking/washing, and consequently there is a latent risk of corrosion on the
underlying surfaces. However, this risk will be minimised if the refractory lining is
sufficiently dried, e.g. by keeping the boiler heated for an appropriate period of
time. The heating may be achieved by circulating hot water from another boiler or
by blowing heated air through the boiler.
In order to neutralise any remaining acid, the cleaned flue gas surfaces should be given a
light coat of calcium or magnesite powder.
NOTE!
It is essential that the chemical used is applied as a very fine power to secure a
good adherence and an even distribution on the surfaces. This will provide the
most effective neutralisation of the acid deposits. Insert the chemical through the
burner opening and if possible let the natural chimney draft distribute it inside the
boiler. If for some reason it is difficult or undesirable to use chemicals as a
powder, ordinary limewater can be used instead.
Minimise the chimney draft as much as possible. Close the exhaust outlet tightly to prevent
smoke from being drawn back into the boiler.
If the boiler is placed in a non-heated room or in a place with a high humidity, it is necessary
to take special precautions to keep the air in the boiler dry by placing bags of blue silica gel
inside the boiler. Silica gel is used to avoid condensate to develop in boilers that have been
sealed tight. Blue silica gel turns to red once it has absorbed humidity.
An alternative method to keep the boiler dry is to use an air-drying device, which blows
dried air into the boiler at a low over-pressure of 0.5 to 1 mm WC.
NOTE!
The solution to use a blower to supply the boilers combustion chamber and
exhaust system with heated air is suitable in boilers that cannot be properly
sealed.
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Steam drum
A steam drum is normally used in systems where there are several heat recovery units
installed in the engines exhaust system. In this case, the heat recovery units are not equipped
with a steam space but the water is simply circulated through the unit. The water is taken
from the steam drum and pumped through the heat recovery unit. When the water returns to
the steam drum it is a mixture of water and steam. The steam is separated out in the steam
drum while the water is returned to the heat recovery unit.
The treatment of the steam drum is thus similar to the treatment for the steam boiler.
However, refer to the original equipment manufacturers instruction for information.
NOTE!
If the steam drum and the heat recovery units connected to this are protected
using the nitrogen preservation method, then it may be possible to retain the
circulation system open for circulation. To use this method must be a decision
taken by the personnel responsible for the preservation and supervision of the
plant.
Circulation pumps
For the electrically driven circulation pumps, transferring boiler water from the steam drum
to the heat recovery unit and back to the steam drum, then the circulation pumps would
probably also be filled with treated water during the shut down. The following procedure for
shutdown procedure would be recommended:
1. Disconnect the power supply to the pump unit(s).
3. Ensure that exposed parts (shafts, glands, etc.) are given an appropriate corrosion
protection. 0.
Pressure reducing units
NOTE!
Steam pressure reducing units are mainly used in high-pressure steam system
where also low-pressure steam it required.
If a pressure-reducing unit has been installed in the steam supply system, then this would
probably be preserved internally in the same way as the rest of the equipment in the steam
system probably using nitrogen gas. Refer to the original equipment manufacturers
instruction for more detailed information.
1. The water supply system to the unit should be shut-off and the water supply connection
should be opened to ensure that no water can leak into the unit.
2. Give exposed parts corrosion protection as required. 0.
Condensing units
Condensing units are normally heat exchangers (plate or tube type) installed to transfer the
heat in the steam to another media used in a process which also can be a district heating
system.
However, there can also be other types, including units using water spray to condense the
steam. It is therefore important to refer to the original equipment manufacturers instructions
for information about the correct shutdown procedures.
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The steam side would normally be treated in the same way as the steam system general,
while the cooling side must be treated according to the coolant used.
Condensate pumps
Condensate pumps (if installed) can be different in design. The pumps can be electrically
powered, but also steam and compressed air can be used to supply power. Therefore, it is
also here important to follow the instructions given by the original equipment manufacturers.
In general the following apply:
2. If electrical power is used, the power supply if accessible, that is, not installed in a
lockable area, should be locked in OFF position.
protection. 0.
Deaeration/feedwater tank
The thermal deaerators used in power plants are normally combined with the feedwater tank.
The deaerator/feedwater tank is therefore normally filled with treated water and a suitable
preservation method would be nitrogen preservation. Refer to the information given for the
steam boiler.
The preservation methods given by the original equipment manufacturer must be followed
and the information given below must be viewed as general instructions only.
1. With the boiler feedwater system deactivated, shutdown and deactivate
(lock/disconnect) the make-up water supply system. Refer to 3.8 Water treatment
systems for information.
2. Prepare the nitrogen supply to the unit; connect the nitrogen bottle via a check valve and
a pressure reducing unit set at 0.2 bar.
3. Shutdown and deactivate (lock/disconnect) the steam supply system.
4. Close all outlet valves including the vent valve.
NOTE!
It is recommended to write down the setting of the valve (number of turns open)
when closing the valve. Record this information on a note and attach it to the
valve. This information will be valuable when re-activating the unit again.
5. Let the unit cool down. The nitrogen supply valve should be open. Add nitrogen as
required when the unit cools down.
6. Apply corrosion protection to any exposed parts. 0.
Make-up water equipment

The make-up water is normally supplied from the water treatment system, and the
information given for the preservation of this system should be followed.
If additional treatment units that are special for the boiler feedwater system have been
installed, refer to the original equipment manufacturers instructions for information.
This applies mainly to chemical dosing units adding treatment chemicals to the feedwater
before it is fed into the boiler, or adding chemicals to the make-up water/condensate before it
is added to the deaeration/feedwater tank.
In general it is sufficient to clean the chemical storage tank and flush the dosing pump and
chemical supply system when shutting down the system.
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Feedwater pumps
Feedwater pumps are normally electrically driven pumps transferring boiler water from the
deaerator to the boiler, and they should probably also be filled with treated water during the
shut down or be drained completely. The following procedure for shutdown procedure is
recommended:
protection. 0.
Economiser units
The economiser is normally a heat exchanger installed downstream of the boiler unit in the
exhaust gas system. However, it can also be a unit installed in the gensets HT system where
the heat in the cooling water system is transferred to the feedwater and used to pre-heat this
water before it is pumped into the boiler. These units can therefore be of different design,
and it is also here recommended to refer to the original equipment manufacturer for
information.
An economiser installed in the exhaust system is normally treated in the same manner as the
boiler and is left filled with treated water during the shutdown period.

The supervision of the steam generating systems depends on the complexity of the system
and the type of treatment applied to the boilers. In general the items below should be taken
into consideration for all units/systems.
General supervision
Check:
shafts, etc.)
The supervision required for other types of systems depends on the units/components that
need to be taken care of also for a short-term shutdown. These items are described in general
terms below.
Steam boiler units

The supervision of the steam boiler unit depends on the selected preservation method.
If the wet preservation method where the boiler is filled with treated water has been
selected, it is important to check the water level in the expansion tank to ensure that the
boiler remains filled with water. Also check the pressure to ensure that the wanted
pressure of 0.2 bar is maintained.
If the level in the expansion tank have decreased to such an extent that a leak is
suspected, it is recommended to visually inspect the flue gas areas to detect if the
leakage is located in here.
If the nitrogen preservation method has been selected, it is necessary to check that the
required pressure of 0.2 bar is maintained. If not, it is necessary to replace the nitrogen
bottle with a fully charged unit.
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Check:
All covers installed (e.g. exhaust outlet) to ensure that they remain intact
Corrosion protection applied to the units exposed part
Flue gas circuit at regular intervals, for example once a month. Special measures should
be taken to detect traces of corrosion, and simultaneously the silica gel (if applied)
should be examined.
Fired boiler
In addition to the information given in Steam boiler units above, the following should be
considered:
Check:
Fuel supply system and the firing unit. For full information about the recommended
procedures for these units, refer to the original equipment suppliers instructions.
Furnace and all coverings applied to the unit
Silica gel to ensure that its drying effect remains intact.
If the boiler furnace and flue gas areas are kept dry using an air drying device blowing dry
air into the boiler then this should be checked to ensure that it functions properly and that it
maintains the slight over-pressure required (0.5 to 1 mm WC).
Steam drum
Basically the same instructions as given under Steam boiler apply also to the steam drum
with the exception that there is no flue gas circuit.
For the circulation pumps, the pressure reducing units, the condensing units and the
condensate pumps, the supervision instructions given under General supervision should be
sufficient.
Also for this unit it would be recommended to follow basically the same instructions as
given under Steam boiler and also here with the exception that there is no flue gas circuit.

The supervision routines for the normal make-up water equipment would normally be
described in 3.8 Water treatment systems and need not be covered here.
However, for additional equipment installed especially for the boiler water treatment, it is
recommended to refer to the original manufacturers instructions for information. In general
the routines listed under General supervision are sufficient.
The supervision instructions under General supervision should be sufficient also for the
feedwater pumps and the economiser units.
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General
The maintenance performed on the heat recovery system during the shutdown period is
similar.
CAUTION!
the valve (open/close at least once) if possible without releasing liquid/gas into other
parts of the system. This is particularly important for gate valves and globe valves.
Butterfly valves and ball valves may not benefit as much. 0.
Steam boiler units

In addition to the instructions in General, the following information should be considered.
Maintaining the water level in the boiler

As a normal supervision routine, the water level in the expansion tank should be checked
regularly. If the water level decreases, more softened and treated water should be added to
the boiler. Use the appropriate log sheet to record the time and the amount of water added to
the system.
CAUTION!
Adding water to the system should be conducted in such a way that the risk of air
pocket formation in the system is eliminated.
Circulating the water in the boiler system

To ensure that the treatment chemicals are not exhausted locally it is recommended to use a
small pump to circulate the boiler water.
The pump should be used to ensure that treated water from the bottom of the boiler is
pumped back into the system at a connection point placed between the boiler and the
expansion tank.
The pump should be activated and run for a couple of hours each week.
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Water samples
The circulation piping should be provided with a test cock to permit water samples to be
taken. These samples should be analysed to verify that the water treatment is sufficient or if
more chemicals have to be added to the system.
The boiler water shall to be kept alkaline in order to provide the necessary corrosion
protection:
If the pH-value is too low (below 10) sodium hydroxide should be added.
If the surplus of sulphite falls below 100 mg/litre another 100 g of sodium sulphite per
m3 of water should be added.
Soot-blowers
If the soot-blowers consist of mechanical drive units, and perhaps with
steam/water/compressed air injection lances, then these units should be operated manually to
ensure that they do not seize up during the shutdown period.
The units should be operated manually at least once a month and more often if the conditions
require. Apply corrosion protection and grease the units after having moved the components.
Fired boiler
In addition to the information in General and in Steam boiler units above, the following
should be considered:
Burners equipped with a fan for supplying combustion air should have the fan wheel
rotated at least once a week.
NOTE!
It is simply performed by giving the wheel a spin. It should not be permitted to
rest on the same position as before. It is important to prevent bearing failures
when starting up the burner during the re-activation of the plant.
Replace silica gel that has been exhausted, that is, turned red from absorbed humidity.
NOTE!
Silica gel can be re-used after drying at 100-120 C for approx. 3 hours. After
drying it will regain its original blue colour.
Steam drum
Basically the same procedures as given in General and in Steam boiler units should be
followed.
If the steam drum and the connected heat recovery units are protected by using nitrogen, then
the circulation of the treated water may be possible by using the circulation pumps installed
in the system.
If so these pumps should be operated sufficiently long to transfer the total content of they
system at least once to ensure a proper mix of the treated water in the system.
Circulation pumps
If the pumps are used to circulate the water in the heat recovery units and the steam drum,
then only the maintenance instructions in General would apply.
However, if the units are not used to circulate the water, and are protected in some other way
(drained and with power disconnected) then it is important to turn the pump shaft to provide
lubrication to the bearings and to give them a new resting point. The shafts should be turned
at least once a month (preferably once a week) and rotated about 10-15 times.
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CAUTION!
Depending on the preservation method selected, the main maintenance action to take would
be covered by the information given in General maintenance activities.
If more treated water need to be added, the water in the tank should be analysed and more
treatment chemicals added should it be required.

The make-up water equipment is usually covered by the instructions given for the Water
treatment systems and is not covered here.
The special equipment installed for the treatment of boiler water should be covered by the
original manufacturers instruction. Normally this would cover the chemical dosing units,
and they should be deactivated and preserved according to earlier instructions. The
maintenance instructions in General should suffice, and no special maintenance should be
needed during the shutdown period unless recommended by the manufacturer.
The maintenance instructions in General should also be considered for the following
equipment:
Condensing units
Condensate pumps
Feedwater pumps
Economiser units
Refer to the original equipment manufacturers instruction for full information about the
maintenance activities required during a shutdown.
CAUTION!
This procedure does not cover all system design variations of the heat recovery
system. The information given in this section must therefore be regarded as
general instructions only.
If a heat recovery system is installed at the plant, it is normally also used for heating
purposes at the plant, and for this reason it is often necessary to start the fired steam boiler
unit before the main plant can be re-activated. The steam is then also normally required for
heating the fuel and to provide for trace heating.
The process of re-activating the plant is described as normally performed at a power plant.
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Fired boiler
CAUTION!
The text below assumes that the boiler is reactivated after wet lay-up including
lay-ups using nitrogen as corrosion protection. If the boiler has been shut down
using the dry lay-up procedures the boiler with auxiliaries should be activated
according to the instructions given for the commissioning of the boiler system.
If no work has been performed on the boiler, it should be started according to the normal
start-up procedures. Refer to the operating instructions for information. The following
actions should be considered:
1. Remove any covers applied to the exhaust outlet.
2. Remove any silica gel placed in the combustion chamber during the shutdown period.
3. Deactivate and remove any fan heater used to keep the boiler dry.
4. Remove the expansion tank (if used) or disconnect the nitrogen supply. Also disconnect
and remove the circulation pump.
5. Drain out sufficient amount of water to permit start of the boiler. Refer to the operating
6. Inspect the boiler combustion chamber and perform all the safety checks required by the
boiler manufacturer. Refer to the instructions from the original equipment manufacturer.
7. Activate the fuel supply system and check the availability of fuel.
8. Check the burner and the combustion air supply fan also the exhaust fan if such is
installed.
9. Start the boiler according to the operating instructions provided. 0.
Feedwater pumps (fired boiler)

It is recommended to have the feedwater pumps ready for operation as soon as the firing of
the boiler starts, if additional boiler water is required.
However, the initial firing is performed slowly and it normally takes some time before more
boiler water is required. It might instead be necessary to blow out some water due to the
thermal expansion of the water in the boiler.
NOTE!
The chemical dosing units should be activated before the feedwater pump is
activated and transferring water into the boiler. Chemical tanks should be filled
with the correct treatment chemical, the pumps started and the lines bled to
remove any air entrapped in the system, etc.
If possible, the feedwater pumps should not be started until the water in the
deaerator/feedwater tank has been put into operation and the feedwater has been properly
heated. The following actions should be considered:
instructions.
pumps are not permitted to run dry.
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6. Start the pump feedwater system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
8. Check that the control system function properly (starting/stopping the pump according
to the water level in the boiler). 0.

The make-up water is normally supplied from the water treatment system, and should be
available when starting up the deaeration/feedwater tank.
The unit should be started according to the normal operation instructions.
NOTE!
The start-up instructions given by the original equipment manufacturer must be
followed and the information given below must be viewed as general instructions
only.
1. If nitrogen has been used to protect the unit, the nitrogen should be shut off and the
supply disconnected.
2. Activate the steam supply system.
NOTE!
A soon as the fired boiler starts to generate steam it should be used to heat up
the contents of the deaerator/feedwater tank.
3. When the temperature and the pressure in the tank have increased, the vent valve should
be opened. Refer to the operating instructions for information.
NOTE!
The valve should first be fully opened, and then closed to the same position as it
had when shutting down the unit.
4. Activate the make-up water supply system.

5. Activate any chemical dosing unit (if installed) in the make-up water supply system. 0.
Economiser (fired boiler)

If the fired boiler is equipped with an economiser unit, it is normally installed in the exhaust
outlet. When starting up the firing procedure there may be no need to transfer any feedwater
into the boiler and there may thus be a risk for overheating the economiser. There is no
cooling effect from the feedwater pumped into the boiler.
The fired boiler is therefore often equipped with a by-pass system, permitting the exhaust
gases to be transferred to the atmosphere without passing through the economiser. The
following actions should be considered:
1. Check the by-pass damper. If possible to operate manually, perform a full cycle test, that
is, open fully then close fully and finally leave it in fully open position (by-passing the
economiser).
2. It is recommended to ensure that the economiser is filled with water before activating
the boiler. Vent it carefully to ensure that no air remains entrapped in the unit. 0.
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The re-activation of the economiser for the fired boiler is normally covered by the operating
instructions provided by the original equipment manufacturer.
Steam boiler units
CAUTION!
The text below assumes that the boiler is reactivated after wet lay-up including
lay-ups using nitrogen as corrosion protection. If the boiler has been shut down
using the dry lay-up procedures the boiler with auxiliaries should be activated
according to the instructions given for the commissioning of the boiler system.
If no work has been performed on the boiler, it should be started according to the normal
start-up procedures. Refer to the operating instructions for information.
NOTE!
The steam boiler units (heat recovery units) are normally started as part of the
genset start-up procedure. Refer to the operating instructions given for the start
of the genset and the heat recovery system. The following actions should be
considered.
1. Remove any covers applied to the exhaust outlet.

2. Remove any silica gel placed in the flue gas chamber during the shutdown period.
3. Deactivate and remove any fan heater used to keep the boiler dry.
5. Drain out sufficient amount of water to permit start of the boiler. Refer to the operating
6. Inspect the boiler flue gas side and perform all the safety checks required by the boiler
manufacturer. Refer to the instructions from the original equipment manufacturer.
7. Start the boiler according to the operating instructions provided. 0.
Feedwater pumps (steam boiler units)

Installations with steam systems also normally have a fired boiler, and then the fired boiler
would be put in operation first. The deaeration-/feedwater tank should then be in operation
well before the steam boiler units are re-activated.
The steam boiler feedwater pump could then be re-activated as part of the start procedures
for the boiler. Also the level control system should be activated and the pump made ready to
transfer boiler water either directly to the steam boiler unit or to the steam drum if such is
installed.
NOTE!
The chemical dosing units should be activated before the feedwater pump is
activated and transferring water into the boiler. Chemical tanks should be filled
with the correct treatment chemical, the pumps started and the lines bled to
remove any air entrapped in the system, etc.
The following actions should be considered:

instructions.
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6. Start the pump feedwater system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
8. Check that the control system function properly (starting/stopping the pump according
to the water level in the boiler). 0.
Economiser (steam boiler units)

Since the steam boiler is started up as part of the genset start procedure, also the economiser
is started up simultaneously.
The feedwater is transferred into the boiler as soon as the steam production starts.
Refer to the original equipment manufacturers instruction for information regarding the
correct start-up procedure (also available in the operating instructions).
Steam drum
CAUTION!
The text below assumes that the steam drum is reactivated after we lay-up
including lay-ups using nitrogen as corrosion protection. The heat recovery units
are normally started as part of the genset start-up procedure, while the steam
drum should be re-activated before any of the gensets are activated.
Refer to the operating instructions given for the start of the genset and the heat recovery
system. The following action should be considered:
2. Drain out sufficient amount of water to permit start of the steam drum system. Refer to
the operating instructions for information.
3. Activate the unit and the feedwater supply according to the operating instructions
provided. 0.
Circulation pumps
CAUTION!
The circulation pumps (if separate heat recovery units and a common steam
drum are used at the plant) should be activated before the genset is started.
The following actions should be considered:
instructions.
6. Start the circulation system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
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If a steam pressure-reducing unit has been installed, refer to the original equipment
manufacturers instruction for information. In general the following should be taken into
consideration:
1. Check that the unit is in mechanically ready to be put into operation.
2. Check the control system and eventual pressure/temperature sensors are in operational
condition.
3. Activate the water supply system, and check the filter (replace if necessary) and flush
out the water supply system to ensure that only clean water is transferred into the unit.
4. Drain out the unit to ensure that no water is present and to control that no water is
leaking into it. 0.
Condensing units
CAUTION!
The condensing can vary considerably in design, and the information given in this
section must therefore be regarded as general instructions only.
instructions.
2. If the condensing unit is of radiator type, check that the fan wheels rotate freely.
Remove any covering installed on the unit to protect the fans.
3. If the condensing unit is cooled using some other media, check that this coolant supply
system is functioning properly before admitting steam into the unit.
5. Start the condensing unit according to the instructions in the operating manual.
Condensate pumps
The pumps can be electrically powered, but also steam and compressed air can be used to
supply power. Therefore it is also here important to follow the instructions given by the
original equipment manufacturers. The following actions should be considered:
instructions.
2. Vent the pump housing and also the suction strainer (if installed).
3. If a rotary type of pump is used, check that the shaft rotates freely.
6. Start the condensate return system according to the instructions in the operating manual.
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4.2 Steam consumer system

The steam consumer system in the plant mainly consists of the pipe system supplying steam
to the various end users, the condensate return system and the various devices installed to
control the supply of steam. The preservation methods must therefore be directed towards
protecting these systems from internal as well as external corrosion while ensuring that
equipment installed in the system remain fully functional after the shutdown period.
CAUTION!
This procedure does not cover all system design variations of the steam
consumer. The information given in this section must therefore be regarded as
general instructions only.
The steam consumer systems normally available at a power plant are as follows:
Tank heating system
Trace heating system
Process heating system
External consumer system
Condensate return system
NOTE!
If there is a need for steam during the shutdown period, the steam consumer
system remains in operation while the steam provided by the fired boiler or from
an external steam supply.
Tank heating system

If the tank heating system can be shutdown, that is no liquid needing heating in the tank, it
would be beneficial if a larger part of the system could be isolated and preserved at the same
time. The preservation method selected depends to a large extent on the time the system is
shutdown, the environmental conditions and what kind of material that is used in the system.
In general the following should be taken into consideration:
1. The system shall be isolated while having all shut-off valves within the isolated section
open.
2. Drain out all condensate collected in the system.
3. Dry out all pipes internally by blowing hot air through the system or by using a vacuum
pump to remove any remaining condensate (a low vacuum force the condensate to boil
off).
4. Fill the system with nitrogen gas through a pressure-reducing valve. The nitrogen bottle
remains hooked up to the system and maintains the wanted pressure of 0.2 bar in the
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Trace heating system
NOTE!
The same preservation method as described for the tank heating system should
be applied to these systems also.
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Process heating system

Refer to the original equipment manufacturers instruction for information about
recommended preservation methods.
In general, the same preservation method as described for the tank heating system applies to
also this type of systems.
External consumer system
CAUTION!
The customer normally controls the external steam systems. They also determine
the preservation method required. If the plants personnel is involved with the
preservation, refer to the original equipment manufacturers instruction for
information about recommended preservation methods.
However, in general the same preservation method as described for the tank heating system
applies to also this type of systems.
Condensate return system

The condensate return system should be drained as far as possible, and then have the
remaining water evaporated by passing hot, dry air through the pipes. Or use the vacuum
pump to evaporate and remove the remaining water.
If the steam traps are by-passed or manually opened if this is possible, the system might be
possible to protect using the same nitrogen supply as used in the steam supply system. If so,
the same instructions as given in Tank heating system apply.

The supervision of the steam consumer systems depends on the complexity of the system
and the type of equipment installed (using/controlling the steam supplied). In general the
items below should be taken into consideration for all units/systems.
General supervision
Check:
Corrosion protection where applied (mainly pipes, valves spindles, actuator shafts, etc.)
That the required pressure of 0.2 bar is maintained if the nitrogen preservation method
has been selected. If it is not, it may be necessary to replace the nitrogen bottle with a
fully charged unit.

The maintenance on the steam consumer system during the shutdown period is mainly
performed to prevent corrosion damage and seizure of equipment. It is similar to the
maintenance activities required for other systems at the plant:
protection. If possible they should be protected by applying a soft corrosion protection,
such as ordinary grease, Dinitrol or similar.
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parts of the system.
3. If there is reason to suspect leakage (high nitrogen consumption) then it is necessary to
check all pipes and flange connections for leakage. Use soapy water to check suspected
areas. 0.
For other equipment/units installed in the steam consumer system (controlling or using the
steam supplied) refer to the original equipment manufacturers instructions for information.
CAUTION!
The steam consumer system can include equipment of considerably differences
in design, and also here it is necessary to stress the importance of referring to the
original equipment manufacturers instruction for information about the
recommended re-activation procedures. The information given in this section
must be regarded as general instructions only.
The process of re-activating the various steam heating systems should be performed as a
normal system start-up as described in the operating instructions:
instructions.
CAUTION!
If any sections have been blinded off as part of the preservation procedure, the
blind flanges must be removed before re-activating the system.
3. Check that the control system function properly.
4. Open the steam supply valves very slowly while draining the system. This is necessary
to avoid water hammer that could cause considerable damages to the systems and the
installed equipment. 0.
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5. Emission control systems

The emission control system (if installed) is often both complex and sophisticated. There
may therefore be many items and special tasks that must be taken into consideration when
preserving the different equipment/instrumentation that may be included in such system.
However, it is far from all plants that are equipped with emission control equipment. The
installation of such system depends to a large extent on local rules and regulations. The
systems are also often delivered as complete units including the auxiliary systems (if used).
If an emission control system has been installed, it is important to refer to the original
equipment manufacturers instruction for information about the recommended preservation
procedures. The information given in this section must be viewed as general instructions
only.
5.1 Shutdown procedure
CAUTION!
The emission control system must remain in operation as long as the genset is
operating or in stand-by operation mode.
As the active units in the emission control system normally would be installed in the exhaust
system, they must be included in the preservation procedures established for the exhaust
system as well.
The SCR type De-Nox emission control system is the more commonly used system (using
ammonia or urea) and is normally supplied as a complete system.
NOTE!
If the manufacturer/supplier does not provide information for the preservation of
these units, then they should be contacted before going ahead with the
preservation procedures.
General
The following items should be taken into consideration:
1. The exhaust gas outlet should be covered as instructed in the information given for the
exhaust system.
2. Open the drain valve at the reactor units (SCR) to ensure that it is properly drained and
that no condensate or free water is present in the unit. The drain valve(s) remain closed
during the shutdown period and are only opened to check that the unit is free of
condensate.
3. It is recommended to open the unit and remove any soot present.
WARNING!
Soot particles and particles from the reactor elements can be harmful to your
health. Use the appropriate personal protection equipment when working in the
exhaust system.
4. Check the unit to ensure that any other access-/inspection openings are closed/sealed as
well.
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5. If there is high humidity in the area, silica gel or other drying agent should be provided
to maintain the interior of the reactor as well as the reactor elements in dry condition. 0.
Reagent delivery system

Depending on the system, the reagent can be either ammonia or urea both having their own
specific type of delivery system.
The system components are normally some form of storage tank, transfer system and dosing
system. The preservation methods selected must be suitable for the type of reagent used as
well as the type material used in the system.
In general, it would be recommended to reduce the amount of reagent stored at the power
plant during the shutdown period, and if possible return any remaining reagent to the
supplier.
Instrumentation
The instrumentation used to control the supply of reagent to the SCR unit must also be
deactivated and the sampling system shutdown.
The unit(s) should be properly sealed and be provided with an ample supply of silica gel
or similar drying agent to maintain the instruments in dry condition.
If the unit requires a power supply also when deactivated (to maintain data,
programming, etc.) this must be provided.
5.2 Supervision during shutdown

The supervision of the emission control systems depends on the complexity of the system
and the type of units installed.
Check:
shafts, etc.)
All coverings applied to the unit remain intact
Silica gels drying effect remains intact if it has been used to keep the interior of the
unit(s) dry
Air-drying device blowing dry air into the exhaust system and keeping the flue gas areas
dry to ensure that it functions properly and that it maintains the slight over-pressure
required (0.5 to 1 mm WC)
5.3 Maintenance during shutdown

General
The maintenance performed on the emission control system during the shutdown period is
similar.
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CAUTION!
parts of the system.
4. Replace silica gel that has been exhausted (turned red from absorbed humidity). 0.
NOTE!
Silica gel can be re-used after having been dried at 100 to 120 C for approx. 3
hours. After drying it will regain its original blue colour.
5.4 Re-activation after shutdown

The actual re-activation of the emission control system depends on the actions taken when
preserving the units installed in the system. However, the following general items should be
taken into consideration.
Ensure that reagent (ammonia or urea) is available at the plant, and that the reagent available
is suitable for use, that is, not deteriorated in any way.
Open valves according to the list of manual valves available in the operating instructions.
CAUTION!
If any sections have been blinded off as part of the preservation procedure, then
the blind flanges must be removed before re-activating the system.
2. Check that the control system function properly.
3. Activate the reagent supply system according to the operating instructions. 0.
CAUTION!
Check the log sheet for the shutdown of the emission control system to ensure
that all actions necessary to re-activate the emission control system has been
taken.
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6. Plant support systems
NOTE!
The information that should be supplied for equipment included in this section
depends entirely on the installation. The total scope can vary considerably, and to
cover all the different types of equipment that can be available is not meaningful.
Complete instructions for such equipment cannot be provided in this manual. Refer to the
original equipment manufacturers instructions for information. If it is not available, it is
recommended to approach the original supplier/manufacturer and ask them to deliver the
information required.
The information below is mainly given as general instructions only, and should be updated
or amended as required for the plants specific requirements.
6.1 Cranes and lifting equipment

Most plants have overhead cranes installed to serve the engines in the engine hall. If a
workshop is provided, the overhead cranes are normally installed here also.
NOTE!
It is also important to ensure that all manually operated lifting devices (e.g. chain
hoist) are protected against deterioration when preparing the plant for a
shutdown.
CAUTION!
It is essential to follow the preservation instructions given by the original
equipment manufacturer. If no such instructions are provided it is recommended
to contact the equipment supplier and request the necessary information.

Overhead cranes
The following general information should be taken into consideration when shutting down
the cranes:
1. The crane should be parked at a location where it can be accessible for inspection before
the power is shut down.
NOTE!
It is recommended to run the unit for about 15 minutes each week to ensure that
the motor and the enclosed gear drive are properly protected during the
shutdown period.
If it is not possible to run or rotate the electrical drive motor(s) during the shutdown period,
these motors should be sealed in plastic and have a drying agent (silica gel) enclosed within
the sealing.
2. It is also recommended to fill the enclosed gear with protective oil until all geared
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Although not mechanically strong as a lubricant, the protective oil is generally
compatible with recommended lubricating fluids and needs not be flushed from
the unit when preparing for operation with the recommended lubricating medium.
If an alternative storage product is considered, its compatibility with the gear oil
normally used, as well as the housing internal paint, must be verified. This is the
responsibility of the party selecting the storage medium.
CAUTION!
Check the original equipment manufacturers instructions regarding the lubrication
of the gearbox. Even though you may have plant specific preventive maintenance
procedures or work cards, they may not contain the correct information. Some
gearboxes should be filled with oil while others shall be greased only.
Also the wires must be protected against corrosion and the preparations for a shutdown are
an excellent opportunity to do wire maintenance that often is forgotten or otherwise
neglected. Maintenance includes oiling of the wire when penetrating lubricant is applied to
the wire. The proper way to do this is to let the wire run through a bath containing the
penetrating oil. The wire should run through a sheave. This will open the wire strands
permitting the oil to penetrate into the core.
Other lifting devices

Manual lifting devices such as chain hoists should also be protected against corrosion by
spraying protective oil on and into the units.

The supervision of the cranes and lifting equipment depends on the types of units installed
and/or available at site.
Check:
Enclosed gears for leakage (flanges and shaft seal)
Corrosion protection where applied (protective oil in the enclosed gears, corrosion
protection on lifting wires, manual lifting gears, etc.)
That all coverings applied to the unit remain intact
That silica gels drying effect has remained intact if it has been used to keep the interior
of the electrical drive motor(s) dry
Inspect all equipment for signs of corrosion. Whenever corrosion is detected it should be
attended to, the corrosion removed and additional corrosion protection applied.
The electrical drive motor and then also the enclosed gear should if possible be run for
about 15 minutes each week to ensure that all internal areas are lubricated properly.
If the electrical drive motor is protected by silica gel, it should be checked. Replace
silica gel that has been exhausted turned red from absorbed humidity.
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NOTE!
Silica gel can be re-used after having been dried at 100-120 C for approx. 3
CAUTION!
Lifting equipment requires certification, and it is essential that all the certificates
are checked to verify that the equipment is permitted to be used.
NOTE!
Check the log sheets prepared during the shutdown procedures to assure that
the correct actions are taken during the re-activation process.
In general, the following actions should be considered:

1. Remove all protective covering and remove any silica gel used to protect against
humidity.
2. If protective oil has been filled in the enclosed gears, then this should be drained and
proper gear oil filled into the unit. If the correct (compatible) protective oil has been
used, there should be no need to flush the gear housing.
3. Activate the power supply and test the equipment by checking all limit switches and
other safety devices.
4. If any special tests or certification is required before using the equipment, they should be
performed/obtained before the unit(s) are considered for normal use. 0.
NOTE!
All manual lifting devices should also be checked/tested before being approved
for use. Also here it is necessary to check any eventual certification
requirements.
6.2 Forklifts and other vehicles

These are normally supplied by the owner of the power plant, and may not be regarded as
appropriate for inclusion in these procedures. However, the vehicle park can represent a
large investment, and the following general information should be considered.
Vehicles not necessary for use during the preservation period should be deactivated and
de-registered.
The insurance company should also be informed in order to reduce the insurance fees
normally payable for vehicles used in the plant.
The vehicles should be thoroughly cleaned and any exposed areas should be sprayed
with a light coat of rust protective oil before being parked in a proper garage or other
covered and enclosed area.
It would also be recommended to change the engine oil to ensure that the oil in the unit
is fresh and not containing any damaging contamination.
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CAUTION!
Follow the engine manufacturers instructions for preservation.
The batteries should be removed from the vehicles and stored separately.
Besides treating the vehicles for preservation, it is also recommended to remove the wheels
and let the vehicle rest on blocks. This prevents damages to the wheels and also acts as a
theft deterrent.
The wheels should be marked as to where they should be re-installed, and should be given
special preservation treatment because rubber is subject to ageing.
General information about rubber storage

Rubber products in storage can be affected adversely by temperature, humidity, ozone,
sunlight, oils, solvents, corrosive liquids and fumes, insects, rodents and radioactive
materials.
The appropriate method for storing rubber products depends to a great extent on:
Size of the items
Quantity to be stored
Way in which it is packaged.
The wheels should not be piled or stacked to such an extent that the weight of the stack
creates distortions on the units stored at the bottom.
The ideal temperature for the storage of rubber products ranges from 10-21C with a
maximum limit of about 38C. If stored below 0C, some rubber products become stiff and
would require warming before being placed in service.
Rubber products should not be stored near sources of heat, such as radiators, base heaters nor
should they be stored under conditions of high or low humidity, or near electrical equipment
that may generate ozone, such as electric motors.
Certain rodents and insects will damage rubber hose products, and adequate protection from
them should be provided.
Exposure to direct or reflected sunlight, even through windows, should also be avoided.
Uncovered rubber products should not be stored under fluorescent or mercury lamps that
generate light waves harmful to rubber. The storage area should be relatively cool and dark
and free of dampness and mildew.

In general the items below should be checked:
Corrosion protection where applied
All coverings applied to the unit remain intact
Inspect all vehicles for signs of corrosion. Whenever corrosion is detected it should be
If possible, the engine(s) should be run for about 15 minutes each month (preferably
each week) to ensure that all internal areas are lubricated properly.
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CAUTION!
While the batteries are stored, they should receive a refresher charge every 12
weeks (every 4 weeks in a tropical climate) up to a fully charged condition.
WARNING!
Corrosive fluid! The acid used as electrolyte in the accumulator batteries may
cause serious injuries if it comes into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Always
read the material safety data sheet before handling the electrolyte, and always
use personal protection equipment (acid resistant apron and gloves, face shield
or protective goggles) when servicing the batteries.
Inspect the wheels (if removed), charge them to the required pressure and re-install at the
proper location on the same vehicle from which they were removed.
Re-install the correct battery (fully charged).
If the vehicle will be used on public roads it can also be necessary to have it go through
an inspection by a government facility.
Inform the authorities and have the vehicles re-registered.
Inform the insurance company that the vehicle is taken into use, and ensure that it is
properly insured before using it on public roads.
6.3 Emergency generator

Much of the information given for the main gensets could be adapted for use when
preserving the emergency generator. Refer to the information given in Section 2.2 Genset
shutdown procedures. However, as another manufacturer probably supplies the emergency
generator, their advice regarding preservation must be followed.
NOTE!
Should it be difficult or expensive to obtain electrical power from the public
utilities, it may be economical to run the emergency generator to provide the
power needed during the preservation period. At least during operation/testing of
the equipment that requires electrical power.
This also ensures that the emergency generator is in fully operational condition during the
shutdown period as well as ready for operation when then plant is re-activated once more.
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6.4 Workshop equipment

If the plant has been equipped with a workshop, chances are that it contains a lot of
expensive tools and equipment. It is therefore necessary to take also the workshop equipment
into consideration when shutting down the plant.
CAUTION!
The equipment and tools/instruments available in the workshop may require
special attention when preparing it for storage. It is therefore essential to refer to
the original equipment manufacturers instructions for information about the
proper procedures. The information given here must be regarded as general
guidance only.
NOTE!
If possible, it would be recommended to provide lockers (boxes or locker rooms)
where the hand tools and instruments could be stored after having prepared the
items for long term storage.
CAUTION!
The locker boxes and the locker rooms should not only be locked, they should
also be equipped with a seal (with identification number permanently imprinted).
If broken, this seal would indicate that the security had been compromised and
the box/locker should be opened to establish if all items are present or if some
has been removed.
All hand tools, and other smaller items to be stored, should be properly cleaned and
treated with correct corrosion protection.
These items should then be properly wrapped to prevent mechanical damage before
being placed into the locker boxes or locker rooms.
NOTE!
The larger pieces of equipment (lathes, milling machines, drilling machines, etc.)
may also need to have special protection procedures applied to prepare them for
storage. In general, the following information should be taken into consideration.
Disconnect the power supply to all powered equipment.
All exposed areas on the machines should be given a light coat of corrosion protection
(Dinitrol or similar).
Enclosed gears should be filled with protective oil according to the manufacturers
instructions and recommendations.
Electrical motors including welding machines should be protected by sealed plastic. A

dehydrating agent (silica gel) should be placed within the seal.
All gas bottles should be closed, the top cover put on and the bottles should be removed
from the workshop and placed in an appropriate storage area.
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All flammable material (paint, cleaning agents, kerosene, etc.) should be removed and
placed in a safe storage area.
All cleaning equipment containing larger quantities of cleaning liquid should be emptied
and the cleaning chemical should be stored in a properly sealed container.

The supervision of the workshop equipment depends on the types of units installed and/or
available at site. In general the items below should be checked:
Enclosed gears for leakage (flanges and shaft seal)
Corrosion protection where applied (protective oil in the enclosed gears, corrosion
protection on exposed areas, etc.)
That all coverings applied to the units remain intact
All seals and compare the number of the seal with the number listed in the seal log.
Report and record any discrepancy.

1. Inspect all equipment for signs of corrosion. Whenever corrosion is detected it should be
CAUTION!
3. If the electrical drive motor and welding machines are protected by silica gel this should
be checked. Replace silica gel that has been exhausted (turned red from absorbed
humidity).
NOTE!
Silica gel may be re-used after having been dried at 100-120 C for approx. 3
hours. After drying, it will regain its original blue colour.
4. If any seal on locker room or locker boxes have been reported broken, missing of with
incorrect number, the items in the locker room/box must be inventoried to ensure that all
items remain. If items are found missing, a report must be filed (larger losses must also
be reported to the local police and the insurance company must be informed). 0.
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humidity.
2. Clean off the rust protective coatings on the exposed areas where this may interfere with
the operation of the machine.
3. If protective oil has been filled in enclosed gears, then this should be drained and proper
gear oil filled into the unit. If the correct (compatible) protective oil has been used, there
should be no need to flush the gear housing.
4. Activate the power supply and test the equipment (check all limit switches and other
safety devices).
5. Collect all seals placed on locker rooms and locker boxes. Verify that these are the same
as placed on the room/box when shutting down the plant.
6. Unpack all tools, instruments and other equipment placed in locker rooms/boxes during
the shutdown period.
7. Inspect all equipment and verify their condition before placing the item into use.
8. Check also all items against the inventory sheet. Any missing or incorrect item must be
recorded and reported. 0.
6.5 Warehouse stock
NOTE!
The warehouse stock normally represents a fairly large investment, and this
investment must also be properly protected during the shutdown period.
CAUTION!
The preservation requirements of the warehouse stock are dependent on the
items actually in stock. The information supplied in this section is therefore very
general and supplied as general guidance only.
The warehouse stock is normally already stored in lockers (boxes and locker rooms) and is
also generally prepared for storage.
NOTE!
All items listed in the inventory should be checked as a precaution for long-term
storage. This includes not only a physical count, but also inspection of the
preservation applied, and the application of additional protection should this be
regarded as beneficial.
It is also recommended to pack smaller and perhaps expensive items in lockable boxes.
These should be locked, numbered and provided with a seal (with identification number
permanently imprinted).
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If broken, the seal indicates that the security had been compromised and the box/locker
should be opened to establish if all items are present or if some has been removed. The seal
log that must be established also helps by providing information about the correct number of
the seal originally placed on the box if the original seal has been broken and replaced with
another similar seal.
It is also recommended to provide a list of the items in the box (a packing list).
Each box should be given an identification number that is easily viewed (painted on the box)
and the inventory lists should be readily available, for example in a folder in the storeroom,
or with a copy of this list placed on the box as well as a copy inside the box.
The items in the store should also be sorted into groups that may require different long-term
storage protection. Certain items may be temperature sensitive and may need to be stored in
air-conditioned rooms. Others may be sensitive to cold and must be stored in heated areas
while others mainly are sensitive to humidity. Rubber items often require special treatment
and storage conditions to prevent ageing, etc.
Larger items (large ac motors, generators, etc.) may need special attention: oil mist
lubrication of bearings during storage, facilities for rotating the shaft, heating the windings,
lubrication, etc.
6.6 Safety spare parts

Also the safety spare parts can represent a considerable investment, and are often well
protected for long term storage.
However, prior to a long-term preservation it would be necessary to treat these safety spare
parts in the same way as most of the warehouse stock. That is, the parts should be counted
and the inventory verified. The protection applied should be inspected and additional
protection should be applied whenever regarded as beneficial.
The safety spare parts may also have to be relocated for additional protection, and may also
have to be locked and sealed to ensure that they will be available when the plant is reactivated.
6.7 Chemicals
CAUTION!
The chemicals used at a power plant normally do not represent any large
investment, but can represent a considerable hazard both to unwary personnel
and the environment.
Many chemical substances may deteriorate with time, and this must be checked as well.
NOTE!
In general it would be recommended to remove the hazardous chemicals from
site if the plant is preserved for a prolonged period of time. It may be possible to
return them to the manufacturer/supplier for a refund, or they may simply be the
best facility to destroy or render the chemical harmless. This should be
investigated.
If the chemicals can be retained at site, that is, the chemical will not deteriorate in storage, it
is necessary to protect the containers to ensure that they will not be damaged/destroyed
during storage causing the chemical to leak out. It is also essential to ensure that the Material
safety data sheet and other safety information is easily obtainable directly at the location
where the chemical is stored.
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The security of the storage must also be enhanced to prevent that people or animals cannot
enter the area.
CAUTION!
Chemicals used for fire fighting and/or environmental spill response purposed
should remain at site, and must be easily accessible. This normally means that
they should be stored in sealed containers. Preferably using a safety seal that
can be broken when access is required. However, it should not be locked unless
a key is available at the location (a box with breakable glass equipped with an
alarm if the glass is broken or the key is removed).
6.8 Consumables
The term consumables covers many items used at site and can include fuel oil, lube oil as
well as a lot of other items.
The question of how to handle the fuel and lube oil at site during preservation is purely a
management decision. Fuel and lube oil often represent a large investment and it can be
beneficial to return it to the supplier for a refund. If the fuel and lube oil is fully paid for, it
may be worthwhile to keep it at site. As these consumables are likely to increase in price it
may be economical to simply keep it.
However, to maintain a supply of fuel and lube oil at site also increases the risk of fire, theft
and environmental damages should a leak occur.
CAUTION!
It must also be understood that oil, fuel or lube oil, do have a finite life (normally
about one year) because of the additives and/or contamination that may be
present in the oil. Contact the oil supplier to verify the maximum storage period
recommended.
To reduce the amount of fuel and lube oil can therefore be the best alternative, and the
opportunity can also be taken to clean the tanks. Having the tanks empty makes it also
possible to perform maintenance activities as well as being a fire prevention activity. There
is no risk for a major fuel fire if the tanks are empty.
Also other consumables are best to be removed from site. They can be returned to the
supplier for a refund or sold to other plants that may have a use for the items. This would
apply to consumables that deteriorate with time.
Other items, even if they will deteriorate with time, could have the ageing process halted or
delayed if given special treatment or special storage conditions. This could include storing
them at lower temperatures, packing them in vacuum packs, etc. However, this would only
be economical for the more expensive items. Some items could be retained at site, and given
a thorough check to confirm their condition before being used when re-commissioning the
plant. Such items must be clearly marked for example by using a tag with an expiry date or a
text like Verify condition before use (procedure number).
CAUTION!
Some items could cause serious damage to equipment if they are used after a
long-term storage. As a precautionary measure it would be best to remove such
items from the site altogether. Certain types of paper filters harden and may
collapse soon after being taken into use which could cause the equipment to
suffer serious damage.
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7. Electrical and control systems
CAUTION!
It is recommended to make a thorough inspection of the plant using thermal
imaging shortly before the plant is shutdown for preservation. If any area with low
insulation (hot spots) has been found, these should be tended to during
preservation. Insulation damages are likely to get worse during long-term
storage, and when re-commissioning the plant these damages can cause
additional and unwanted problems.
The main hazards to electrical equipment that does not include bearings or rotating parts
causing friction and wear, are mainly heat, humidity and UV radiation destroying or ageing
the insulation on cables.
When the plant is shutdown for preservation then the heat is normally not a concern but
humidity and UV radiation are and must be handled properly.
During the preservation period with less noise and less people around rodents can cause
damage to the insulation of power cables. When the plant is shutdown, the damage to the
cables can remain undetected and the result is noticed first when trying to re-commission the
plant.
NOTE!
Prudent practise includes a thorough inspection of cables before activating a
power system. This should include a check for UV damages on cables exposed
to sunlight as well as a check for damages caused by rodents.
7.1 General shutdown procedures
CAUTION!
The electrical equipment, including the instrumentation that is installed at the
plant, may require special attention when prepared for storage. It is therefore
essential to refer to the original equipment manufacturers instructions for
information about the proper procedures. The information given here must be
regarded as general guidance only.
The following instructions consist of information that can be applied generally while more
type specific information is given in a separate section later.
Consider the following:
Ensure that all deactivated equipment is isolated from electrical energy sources.
Lock out/tag out all power sources that are not required during the shutdown period.
Place warning tags/signs on all equipment that contains live wires that could be
hazardous for the operators or personnel attending the plant during the shutdown period.
Exposed equipment may need to be sealed in plastic and have a dehydrating agent (silica
gel) enclosed within the covering.
Equipment with a heater requires that the power supply remain active.
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7.2 Supervision during shutdown

The supervision of the electrical systems depends on the complexity of the system and the
type of equipment/instruments installed. In general the items below should be taken into
consideration.
General supervision
Check:
Corrosion protection if and where applied (mainly external unprotected surfaces, motor
control boxes, panels, etc.)
All covers and sealing/protection installed on the electrical equipment
And record the humidity level in the electrical control rooms, switchgear rooms and
other areas protected by drying agents or a dehumidifier
Function of the dehumidifier (if used)
That all lock out/tag out remain intact as recorded on the shutdown log
All seals (if installed) and compare the number of the seal with the number listed in the
seal log. Report and record any discrepancy.
7.3 Maintenance during shutdown

The maintenance activities that shall be performed on the electrical systems during the
shutdown period, depends entirely on the complexity of the system and the type of
equipment/instruments installed. In general the items below should be taken into
consideration.
General maintenance
The maintenance performed on the electrical equipment/instruments during the shutdown
period is often limited to the inspection and maintenance of the corrosion control measures
applied.
1. Inspect all equipment for signs of corrosion or other types of damages. This is
particularly important for items/components exposed to the environment where the
protection might tend to wear out.
2. Repair damages to covers and sealing/protection installed on the electrical equipment.
3. Check and maintain the dehumidifiers (if installed and used) according to the
manufacturers instructions.
4. Replace silica gel that has been exhausted (turned red from absorbed humidity). 0.
NOTE!
Silica gel may be re-used after having been dried at 100-120 C for approx. 3
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7.4 Re-activation after shutdown
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humidity.
2. Deactivate and remove any dehumidifiers installed to protect against humidity.
3. Clean off the rust protective coatings on the exposed areas where it may interfere with
the operation of the equipment or instruments.
4. Remove lock out/tag out as required when re-activating the equipment in the power
plant.
5. Collect all seals placed on breakers, panels and/or motor control cabinets. Verify that
these are the same as placed on the units when shutting down the plant.
6. Activate the power supply, test the equipment and check all safety devices.
7. Inspect all equipment (check isolation-readings where required) and verify the condition
of equipment/instruments before taking them into use. 0.
7.5 Control room

The control room is normally an air-conditioned and insulated area that is fairly simple to
protect using a dehumidifier. Such units require electric power and also attendance/servicing
and may not always be suitable. In such a case, the whole area must be sealed and protected
by desiccant after having reduced the humidity using a dehumidifier.
7.5.1 Panels
If the panels are installed in the control room (normal) and it has been protected by the
installation of a dehumidifier, then the panels should be preserved by opening the panel
doors and securing them in a slightly open position. This is performed with the intention to
ensure that the internal parts of the panels contain dry air as well.
CAUTION!
Normally the panels would have the power supply disconnected, but if any parts
are live then it will be necessary to provide safety measures to prevent that
persons come in contact with live wires.
Some panels contain heaters, and if they are active, it is necessary to ensure that power is
supplied to these units.
There may also be instruments that require power supplied during the shutdown period. This
must be investigated and the power must not be shut off unless it has been verified that it can
be done without causing damage to these units (e.g. loosing programming).
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7.5.2 Operators interface

The operator interface is normally a monitoring program and the main item to consider is
therefore how to back-up the program and how to retain the programming made as well as
saving the archive copies in a safe storage area.
There is also a need to supply proper instructions for how to reactivate the monitoring
program and how to reinstall the archives if the information is lost in the computers installed
in the control room.
7.5.3 Computers
The computers and auxiliaries (e.g. printers) are considered wanted items and must be
protected against theft. However, if the computers remain in the control room and this
control room will be sealed and locked it should be possible to leave them in place.
If this is not possible, the computers should be removed and stored in a dry, sealed and
locked area until they are reactivated during the re-commissioning of the plant.
The decision of the best action to take must be decided by the management giving the
instructions to the preservation crew.
7.6 Switch gears

Switchgears are normally placed in separate rooms excluding perhaps some of the low
voltage switchgears that can be placed closer to areas where the equipment they supply with
power is installed.
If the switchgears are placed in a separate room which is often insulated and air-conditioned,
the same advice as given for the control room apply, that is, seal the room and equip it with a
de-humidifier.
7.6.1 Low-voltage switchgear

If the low-voltage switchgears are placed separately, the actual condition at site must
determine the preservation method used which normally includes sealing the equipment and
providing desiccant dryers inside the panels.
However, it may also be necessary to provide equipment with power while the plant is
shutdown, and also this influences the methods used for preservation of the plant.
7.6.2 High-voltage switchgear

High-voltage switchgears are normally installed in separate, insulated and air-conditioned
areas. The main preservation method is to install dehumidifiers in the room.
The breakers are normally in off position, unless the power plant is provided with power
from the main grid via the high voltage system. In such case, it would be necessary to have
the grid breaker connected to the grid.
CAUTION!
The genset breaker(s) are racked out and removed from closed position as a
precaution.
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7.7 Transmission system

The main part of the transmission system is normally installed outdoors, and needs not any
particular attention. Normal inspection, maybe also thermal imaging can be performed to
ensure that everything is OK with the installation before shutting it down.
However, there can be a need to inspect the plant and probably a need to clean all the
connectors and insulators before putting the plant back into operation.
7.7.1 Transformer
Most of the large transformers are installed outdoors and seldom require any special
attention before preservation. However, the condition of the oil must be monitored regularly,
and the insulators/connects may have to be cleaned before putting the transformer back into
operation when re-commissioning the plant.
CAUTION!
Here it is essential to conform to the preservation instructions given by the
original equipment manufacturer. Information about the transformer oil and
instructions from the transformer manufacturer must be obtained regarding
preservation and long term storage methods.
Maintenance of deactivated transformers
NOTE!
De-activated transformers should be maintained in the same way as transformers
in operation.
The transformers should never be disassembled.
Check the oil level at least every six months.
Carry out a thorough visual inspection at least once a year.
Measure of insulation level and test the oil as for transformer in operation.
Provide protection for fragile parts and elements.
Protect all metal terminals with anticorrosive lubricant.
7.7.2 Breakers
The text below contains some general information about breakers. Refer to the original
equipment manufacturers instructions for full information.
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CAUTION!
The genset breaker(s) shall be racked out and removed from closed position as a
precaution.
CAUTION!
Do not leave the breaker in the cranked-up position.
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Before dismantling the breaker and carrying out service on it, perform the following:
1. Switch off the breaker.
2. Pull the breaker out of the cubicle.
3. Check that the operating voltage to the motor is switched off.
4. Release the closing spring manually to avoid the risk of crushing injuries.
5. Release the tripping spring manually to avoid the risk of crushing injuries. 0.
CAUTION!
If the breaker is using SF6 gas, it is necessary to check the gas pressure before
re-activating the breaker. The gas pressure should be between 2 and 2.5 bar
(overpressure) at 20 C.
NOTE!
In order to fill with gas to the breaker, it is necessary to have a fully equipped SF6
gas flask with pressure regulator and instruments to check and control the
pressure.
7.8 DC system
The DC system is normally used to provide emergency power, and often also power for
safety features such as emergency exit signs. It may therefore be necessary to keep this
system active during the shutdown period.
This must be decided on a case-by-case basis and can thus only be determined by the local
management giving instructions to the preservation crew.
However, the normal procedure is to keep this system active and maintained by the
personnel in charge of the plant during the preservation period.
7.8.1 UPS system

Also this is a system used to provide emergency power, though in this case it is normal AC
used to power essential equipment. The power source is batteries that are included in the
UPS system.
Also here the normal procedure would be to keep this system active and maintained by the
personnel in charge of the plant during the preservation period.
Storage
Always store the UPS in a dry location with the batteries in fully charged state. Storage
temperature must be within 20 and +45C. Storing the unit for a period exceeding 3
months can reduce the life of the batteries. To maintain their normal life expectancy, the
batteries must be recharged periodically:
If the storage temperature is within 20 and +30C: every 3 months, for 24 hours
If the storage temperature is within 20 and +45C: every month, for 24 hours
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7.8.2 Batteries
The batteries are the main source to provide emergency power if the main power supply
fails. The batteries must therefore be kept active and must be supervised and maintained by
the personnel in charge of the plant during the preservation period.
NOTE!
The manufacturer normally supplies information about the supervision and
maintenance of the batteries used at site. The information is normally included as
part of the station manual.
CAUTION!
While the batteries are stored, they should receive a refresher charge every 12
weeks (every 4 weeks in a tropical climate) up to a fully charged condition. Refer
also to the information in Section 7.8.1 UPS system.
WARNING!
Corrosive fluid! The acid used as electrolyte in the accumulator batteries may
cause serious injuries if it comes into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Always
read the material safety data sheet before handling the electrolyte, and always
use personal protection equipment (acid resistant apron and gloves, face shield
or protective goggles) when servicing the batteries.
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8. Civil
NOTE!
The information that follows is considered as general information only, and has
not been divided into shutdown procedures, supervision, maintenance and reactivation procedures. These will have to be prepared according to the real need
at the specific power plant.
CAUTION!
For the procedures developed at site it is essential that all activities are properly
recorded to ensure that all necessary items are taken into consideration when reactivating the plant.
Also the buildings and other structures/systems classed as belonging to the civil section must
be attended to when preparing the plant for a prolonged shutdown period.
To simply abandon the buildings ensures that there will be some substantial amount of work
to perform to make the buildings habitable again when the plant shall be re-commissioned.
For a relatively small effort the re-commissioning work can be drastically reduced and can
mean that the only work required would be to remove the protective devices and having the
place cleaned up.
8.1 Fire detecting

When the place is unmanned it will be of utmost importance to ensure that the plants
capabilities for detection of fires will remain intact.
Normally the fire detection devices installed in a modern power plant are designed to detect
fires as if the plant is unmanned and therefore may not need to be enhanced.
If there should be areas that are not covered by smoke sensors, flame detection sensors or
other fire detection system, then it may be necessary to install these during the shutdown
period. This is one activity that can be performed prior to the shutdown of the plant, and the
necessary devices should be installed as soon as possible. The devices should also be tested
to verify their functionality.
It will also be necessary to train the security guards to perform more regular fire inspections.
The security personnel should also be informed and instructed regarding the detection and
removal of fire hazards, etc.
The personnel responsible for the power plant during the shutdown period including security
guards, service personnel, etc. must also be trained as to their duties in case of fire. They
should know where the fire alarm monitor is placed (normally in the control room) and also
have easy access to this monitor.
As much of the plant will be sealed and secured, it also means that the Access Plan must be
edited with new information included.
Information about where to find the keys to the various sealed areas must be available
(normally in the care of the security personnel). Information about how to enter the sealed
areas without causing too much damage must also be available (if necessary).
Also information about special hazards that the preservation of the plant may have added
must be available, including the MSDSs for the treatment chemicals introduced at site
during the preservation procedures.
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NOTE!
To avoid confusion, it is preferable to produce a completely updated version of
the Emergency Response manual, to be used only during the shutdown period.
The manual should be available at the security guard main office (normally at the
main gate).
8.2 Fire fighting

The decision to deactivate the fire fighting system of the power plant during a long-term
shutdown must be taken after carefully considering the consequences and the capability to
handle fires using external resources only.
With a small maintenance crew available it would be recommended to retain the fire fighting
capability intact especially if any larger amount of flammable material (fuel, etc.) remains at
site.
The fixed system (water monitors, fire pumps, fire water tank, etc.) would then be
supervised, tested and maintained in the same way as it would had the plant been in full
operation.
Mobile fire fighting equipment (including portable fire extinguishers) would normally be
transferred into one storage area where they could be easily supervised and tested (expiry
dates checked, units tested and refilled, etc.) and be possible to use whenever needed. They
would also be checked before once again placing them in their correct location during the recommissioning of the plant.
NOTE!
If the plant will have a substantial number of people working at the plant, it would
be best to let this mobile fire fighting equipment remain at their pre-assigned
location.
The personnel remaining at the site during the shutdown period must have additional training
in the fire fighting procedures that would apply during the shutdown. It may also be
necessary to write new procedures for the Emergency Response Procedures manual for the
fire fighting during the shutdown period.
8.3 HVAC
The HVAC (Heating-Ventilation-Air-Conditioning) part of the civil sector depends to a large
extent on the plant itself. Most plants have some sort of ventilation system but when it comes
to heating and air conditioning then it is a bit different. Some plants have only heating, while
others have only air conditioning and others may have both systems heating during the
cold season and air conditioning during the hot season.
However, since these systems often are major energy consumers it is often necessary to shut
them down, or at least to set them to their minimum capacity.
The ventilation system is often shut down and isolated completely (air intake/outlets shut and
sealed) while heating systems normally is set to maintain the temperature in the heated area
at the lowest permissible level (above freezing point).
Air conditioners are also often shutdown and isolated with the air intake sealed. In humid
conditions it is normal to install dehumidifiers to maintain a dry atmosphere in areas
previously cooled by the air conditioners.
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NOTE!
Some storage areas may require cooling (and not only dry air), and then the air
conditioners are normally retained in service during the shutdown period.
The plant management in co-operation with the team responsible for the preservation of the
plant decides what actions to take regarding the various HVAC systems.
8.4 Sewage and sanitary

The sewage and sanitary systems are unfortunately also an area often neglected during the
preservation of the plant. However, it may not be a serious mistake if the plant is manned
with a substantial number of workers.
However, areas closed off and maybe also sealed after installing a dehumidifier may need to
be taken into consideration, otherwise the problems will show first when re-commissioning
the plant.
8.4.1 Drainage
Most sanitary drains are equipped with water locks and these have a tendency to dry out. The
sanitary drains can also provide a necessary entry point for rodents and even snakes. It is
therefore recommended to simply open the drain removing the cover that provides the water
lock, flush it with a chlorine solution and simply plug the drainpipes (wooden or plastic
plug). When re-commissioning the plant, the plug is removed, the cover replaced and the
water lock reactivated by flushing the area with a bucket of water.
The same thing might happen with the toilets. However, if possible it would be
recommended that the personnel available at site simply go around and flush the toilets at
least once every 14 days. The toilet cover is recommended to be left down and held down
with duct tape to prevent that unwanted critters enter the area.
Plants equipped with septic tank systems would also benefit from having the toilets flushed
regularly. It helps to prevent the septic tank system to dry out. However, the recommissioning would also have to include having a new bacteriological culture added to the
septic tanks before taking them into use again. Failing to do so may cause the system to
malfunction.
8.4.2 Sewage treatment units

If the plant has been equipped with mechanical sewage treatment units, they also need to be
preserved to ensure that they will function properly when re-activating the plant.
The treatment depends on what type of unit it is, and the manufacturers instructions must be
followed and obtained if not included in the operating instructions supplied.
Normally the treatment includes a thorough flushing and cleaning to ensure that no sewage
remains in any part of the unit. Auxiliary equipment/units must also be treated properly.
However, if any personnel remain at site, the sewage treatment unit would probably best be
left in operation. Though then it is important that this item is properly supervised and
maintained.
CAUTION!
The re-commissioning of the plant requires that this item, if deactivated and
preserved, should be one of the first items to put back into service.
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8.5 Plant structure

The amount of work required to prepare the plant structures for a prolonged period of
shutdown depends entirely on the complexity of the plant and the number of personnel
remaining to supervise the plant. This text only contains a few general tips.
The less personnel and the more complex the plant, the more actions are required. It also
depends to a large extent on the ambient conditions that the plant can be exposed to, such as
severe winter weather, hurricanes, flooding, etc. Many of these risks should be covered in
the Risk Management manual with procedures developed for each possible risk. The
information in these should be studied and it might be prudent to provide the protection
recommended as part of the preservation procedure.
If the plant contains any larger planted areas (grass, trees, shrubs, etc.) then it will also be
necessary to maintain these areas in good condition which normally includes the services of
a gardener. This may seem unimportant, but in the tropics the growth overtakes an area very
quickly and to remove it can be costly and time consuming. It can also happen that growth
can damage equipment and installations if left unattended.
8.5.1 Roads
The roads within the power plant area will normally be covered by tarmac and they should to
remain in good condition even during a prolonged shutdown. However, as biological debris
may collect on the road, this may also be flushed into the road drains if it rains heavily.
These road drains must be cleared regularly to prevent flooding and possible land slides that
could damage the road.
In wintertime it may be necessary to remove snow and ice from the roads. If these are
activities are normally performed while the plant is in operation, they can continue also when
the plant is shutdown.
8.5.2 Fences
The fences are the first and major protection against intruders and must remain intact during
the whole shutdown period. The security guards must check the fence regularly and
immediately report damages or signs of forced entry. If signs of forced entry has been
detected the local police should be informed.
When preparing for the preserving of the plant, it is recommended to carefully investigate
the fences around the plant, plan for reinforcement where necessary, and to install additional
protection. This could be in the form of motion detectors switching on light and video
cameras.
CAUTION!
To protect against intruders is essential not only for the safety of the plant, but for
the safety of those who might not understand the dangers of entering the power
plant area.
8.5.3 Roofs
Also the roofs are items that must be considered during a prolonged shutdown period. Much
of the information given here is such that it should be part of the normal plant supervision,
but this important supervisory item is often neglected even during normal operation. When
the plant is shutdown it is even more important to perform regular inspections of the roof to
ensure that these are in good condition.
As usual, what actions to take depend to a large extent on the environment at the site where
the plant is located.
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Heavy rains can cause damage if the rain water drain becomes clogged up with biological
debris (e.g. leaves). Water collected on the roof is heavy and might cause it to collapse, and
the drains must therefore be regularly inspected and cleaned. In temperate zones it will be
necessary to ensure that the roof will not collect too much snow, as this too could cause it to
collapse.
8.5.4 Windows
How to protect the windows during a period of shutdown depends to a large extent on the
environmental conditions. In hurricane prone areas it is advised to follow the instructions
given in the Risk Management manual (hurricane protection).
However, in general it would be recommended to cover all non-essential windows with
plywood or similar to prevent damage as well as protect against wilful destruction.
NOTE!
If plywood or other form of wood will be used to protect the windows, it is also
recommended to give the covers a protective coat of paint to ensure that the
material will last and not deteriorate.
NOTE!
In cold climate it is also recommended to place some insulating material between
the window and the external cover. This will help reduce the energy losses
through the window and will thus help to reduce the cost for heating the area
during the cold season.
8.5.5 Doors
In general it is recommended to keep all doors locked during the shutdown period. This
includes emergency exits and other safety exits. It will therefore be necessary to ensure that
there exist some master keys that individuals working in the area can carry with them at all
times this is especially important for the safety/emergency exits at the plant. The locks on
other doors can be using other keys if so wanted.
However, as a preparation for the shutdown period it is recommended that all locks, and the
doors they are fitted to, are identified. The doors and keys should be numbered to make it
easy to find the correct master key (or ordinary key).

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Jarkko Vettenranta / 25-Jan-2004

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Short Term Shutdown

Genset standby procedures ......................................................................6

Genset shutdown procedures ...................................................................7

Supervision of genset during shutdown ..................................................8

Maintenance of genset during shutdown .................................................9

Re-activation of genset after shutdown..................................................10

Lube oil systems ......................................................................................24

Compressed air systems .........................................................................31

Combustion air systems ..........................................................................44

Exhaust gas systems ...............................................................................46

Supervision during shutdown............................................................................ 47

Waste treatment systems ........................................................................48

Water treatment systems .........................................................................57

Heat recovery systems...................................................................................64

Steam generation system ........................................................................64

Steam consumer system .........................................................................81

Emission control systems .............................................................................84

Supervision during shutdown .................................................................85

Maintenance during shutdown................................................................85

Re-activation after shutdown ..................................................................86

Plant support systems ...................................................................................87

Cranes and lifting equipment ..................................................................87

Forklifts and other vehicles .....................................................................89

Workshop equipment ...............................................................................92

Safety spare parts ....................................................................................95

Electrical and control systems ......................................................................97

General shutdown procedures................................................................97

Supervision during shutdown .................................................................98

Maintenance during shutdown................................................................98

Re-activation after shutdown ..................................................................99

Switch gears ...........................................................................................100

Transmission system .............................................................................101

Fire detecting ..........................................................................................104

Sewage and sanitary ..............................................................................106

Drainage ......................................................................................................... 106

Plant structure ........................................................................................107

1.1.1 Record keeping

Engine pre-lube pump

Cooling system pre-heating unit

All auxiliary systems should be activated and in ready-to-start mode

Every second day

2.2 Genset shutdown procedures

Close and lock the engine start air supply valve.

Close and lock the engine control air supply valve.

Engage the turning gear.

Combustion air inlet (Refer to Combustion air systems for information).

Exhaust gas outlet (Refer to Exhaust gas systems for information).

Crankcase ventilation outlet (if vented to the atmosphere).

2.3 Supervision of genset during shutdown

2.4 Maintenance of genset during shutdown

2.5 Re-activation of genset after shutdown

Procedure for re-activation

11. Remove the turning gear.

Check pre-lube flow.

Close the indicator valves.

Check power supply on electronic monitoring equipment in the control panels.

Check for leakages.

Check the speed indicator instrument (engine and turbo).

Check the service time meter.

Activate the automatic alarm and stop devices.